The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 11,418 kilometers (7,095 miles / 6,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:29 in Auckland, it's 05:29 in Shell Mera. With a 18-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 3,442 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 231° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.