AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
3,553 km
2,207 miles
RCM
Richmond Airport
Australia
Distance
3,553 km
2,207 mi / 1,918 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
292°
west northwest

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AKL RCM
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Richmond Airport
IATA Code AKL RCM
ICAO Code NZAA YRMD
City Auckland N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 23 ft 676 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -20.700000, 143.120000

Auckland (AKL) to Richmond Airport (RCM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Richmond Airport (RCM) in Richmond Airport, Australia is 3,553 kilometers (2,207 miles / 1,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:49 in Auckland, it's 14:49 in Richmond Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond Airport (RCM) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 128° (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 Richmond Airport (RCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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