The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Pleiku Airport (PXU) in Pleiku, Vietnam is 8,984 kilometers (5,582 miles / 4,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:36 in Auckland, it's 11:36 in Pleiku. With a 6-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 2,411 feet between the two airports. Pleiku Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Pleiku (PXU) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 132° (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 Pleiku Airport (PXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.