Airport Comparison
| AKL | SKB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | SKB |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | TKPK |
| City | Auckland | Basseterre |
| Country | New Zealand | Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/St_Kitts |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 170 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 17.310000, -62.720000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Basseterre (SKB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis is 14,017 kilometers (8,710 miles / 7,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 95°.
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 Saint Kitts and Nevis. 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 16:05 in Auckland, it's 23:05 in Basseterre. With a 17-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 Basseterre (SKB) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 236° (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 Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.