The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Varna Airport (VAR) in Varna, Bulgaria is 17,142 kilometers (10,652 miles / 9,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 17:30 in Auckland, it's 06:30 in Varna. 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 Varna (VAR) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 87° (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 Varna Airport (VAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.