The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Tianshui Maijishan Airport (THQ) in Tianshui, China is 10,678 kilometers (6,635 miles / 5,766 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:23 in Auckland, it's 14:23 in Tianshui. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,567 feet between the two airports. Tianshui Maijishan Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Tianshui (THQ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 131° (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 Tianshui Maijishan Airport (THQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.