The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 12,008 kilometers (7,462 miles / 6,484 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 Brazil. 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 00:25 in Auckland, it's 08:25 in Sao Paulo. With a 16-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 2,345 feet between the two airports. Campo de Marte Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 214° (south 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 Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.