AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
10,103 km
6,278 miles
RLO
Merlo
Argentina
Distance
10,103 km
6,278 mi / 5,455 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
133°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

AKL RLO
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Valle Del Conlara International Airport
IATA Code AKL RLO
ICAO Code NZAA SAOS
City Auckland Merlo
Country New Zealand Argentina
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Argentina/San_Luis
Elevation 23 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -32.380000, -65.190000

Auckland (AKL) to Merlo (RLO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) in Merlo, Argentina is 10,103 kilometers (6,278 miles / 5,455 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 Argentina. 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 09:34 in Auckland, it's 18:34 in Merlo. With a 15-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 1,998 feet between the two airports. Valle Del Conlara International Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Merlo (RLO) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 224° (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 Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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