The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Tunta Airport (KBN) in Kabinda, DR Congo is 14,312 kilometers (8,893 miles / 7,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.

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 DR Congo. 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 17:12 in Auckland, it's 06:12 in Kabinda. With a 11-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 2,743 feet between the two airports. Tunta Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Kabinda (KBN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Tunta Airport (KBN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.