The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) in Sokoto, Nigeria is 17,143 kilometers (10,652 miles / 9,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:01 in Auckland, it's 09:01 in Sokoto. 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 Sokoto (SKO) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). 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 Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.