The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile is 9,707 kilometers (6,031 miles / 5,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:42 in Auckland, it's 22:42 in Los Andes. With a 16-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 2,438 feet between the two airports. San Rafael Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Los Andes (LOB) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 227° (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 San Rafael Airport (LOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.