The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport (LAW) in Lawton, United States is 11,980 kilometers (7,444 miles / 6,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 22:05 in Auckland, it's 03:05 in Lawton. With a 19-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 1,087 feet between the two airports. Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Lawton (LAW) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport (LAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.