The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Tekin Airport (TKW) in Tekin, Papua New Guinea is 4,843 kilometers (3,009 miles / 2,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Papua New Guinea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:53 in Auckland, it's 13:53 in Tekin.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,762 feet between the two airports. Tekin Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tekin (TKW) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 141° (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 Tekin Airport (TKW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.