AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
18,994 km
11,802 miles
RYN
Royan/Medis
France
Distance
18,994 km
11,802 mi / 10,256 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AKL RYN
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Royan-Medis Airport
IATA Code AKL RYN
ICAO Code NZAA LFCY
City Auckland Royan/Medis
Country New Zealand France
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Paris
Elevation 23 ft 72 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 45.630000, -0.970000

Auckland (AKL) to Royan/Medis (RYN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Royan-Medis Airport (RYN) in Royan/Medis, France is 18,994 kilometers (11,802 miles / 10,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:15 in Auckland, it's 01:15 in Royan/Medis. With a 12-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 Royan/Medis (RYN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). 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 Royan-Medis Airport (RYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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