Airport Comparison
| AKL | QHP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Base de Aviacao de Taubate Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | QHP |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | SBTA |
| City | Auckland | Taubate |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,908 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | -23.040000, -45.520000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Taubate (QHP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Base de Aviacao de Taubate Airport (QHP) in Taubate, Brazil is 12,115 kilometers (7,528 miles / 6,541 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.
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 Brazil. 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 22:33 in Auckland, it's 06:33 in Taubate. With a 16-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 1,885 feet between the two airports. Base de Aviacao de Taubate Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Taubate (QHP) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 213° (south 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 Base de Aviacao de Taubate Airport (QHP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.