The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Mardin Airport (MQM) in Mardin, Turkey is 15,991 kilometers (9,937 miles / 8,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:04 in Auckland, it's 11:04 in Mardin. 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 1,706 feet between the two airports. Mardin Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Mardin (MQM) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Mardin Airport (MQM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.