The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) in Franceville, Gabon is 15,304 kilometers (9,510 miles / 8,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.

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 Gabon. 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 08:45 in Auckland, it's 20:45 in Franceville. With a 12-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 1,427 feet between the two airports. M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Franceville (MVB) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 158° (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 M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.