Airport Comparison
| AKL | POF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | POF |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | KPOF |
| City | Auckland | Poplar Bluff |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 331 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 36.770000, -90.320000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Poplar Bluff (POF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport (POF) in Poplar Bluff, United States is 12,733 kilometers (7,912 miles / 6,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.
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 08:08 in Auckland, it's 13:08 in Poplar Bluff. 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.
The return flight from Poplar Bluff (POF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 241° (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 Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport (POF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.