The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to State College Regional Airport (SCE) in State College, United States is 13,908 kilometers (8,642 miles / 7,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 United States. 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 04:56 in Auckland, it's 12:56 in State College. 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 1,208 feet between the two airports. State College Regional Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from State College (SCE) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 249° (west 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 State College Regional Airport (SCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.