Airport Comparison
| AKL | POP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Gregorio Luperon International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | POP |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | MDPP |
| City | Auckland | Puerto Plata |
| Country | New Zealand | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 19.760000, -70.570000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Puerto Plata (POP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic is 13,468 kilometers (8,369 miles / 7,272 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 88°.
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 Dominican Republic. 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 17:11 in Auckland, it's 00:11 in Puerto Plata. With a 17-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 Puerto Plata (POP) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 238° (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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.