The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras is 11,524 kilometers (7,161 miles / 6,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:36 in Auckland, it's 06:36 in Ruinas de Copan. 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 1,967 feet between the two airports. Copan Ruinas Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 235° (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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.