The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Azaza Airport (GSU) in Gedaref, Sudan is 15,273 kilometers (9,490 miles / 8,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Sudan. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:31 in Auckland, it's 23:31 in Gedaref. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,617 feet between the two airports. Azaza Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Gedaref (GSU) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Azaza Airport (GSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.