Airport Comparison
| AKL | KKK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Kalakaket Creek Air Station |
| IATA Code | AKL | KKK |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | K1KC |
| City | Auckland | Kalakaket Creek |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,598 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 64.400000, -156.800000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Kalakaket Creek (KKK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Kalakaket Creek Air Station (KKK) in Kalakaket Creek, United States is 11,548 kilometers (7,175 miles / 6,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:38 in Auckland, it's 01:38 in Kalakaket Creek. With a 22-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 1,575 feet between the two airports. Kalakaket Creek Air Station sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Kalakaket Creek (KKK) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 203° (south southwest). 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 Kalakaket Creek Air Station (KKK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.