The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan is 13,068 kilometers (8,120 miles / 7,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Pakistan. 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 09:55 in Auckland, it's 01:55 in Rahim Yar Khan. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Rahim Yar Khan (RYK) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.