The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Nioro du Sahel Airport (NIX) in Nioro du Sahel, Mali is 17,556 kilometers (10,909 miles / 9,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.

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 Mali. 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 16:34 in Auckland, it's 03:34 in Nioro du Sahel. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nioro du Sahel (NIX) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 189° (south). 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 Nioro du Sahel Airport (NIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.