Airport Comparison
| AKL | SKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | SKG |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | LGTS |
| City | Auckland | Thessaloniki |
| Country | New Zealand | Greece |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 40.520000, 22.970000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 17,552 kilometers (10,906 miles / 9,477 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.
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 Greece. 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 22:36 in Auckland, it's 11:36 in Thessaloniki. With a 11-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 Thessaloniki (SKG) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.