AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
4,859 km
3,019 miles
VCD
Victoria River Downs Airport
Australia
Distance
4,859 km
3,019 mi / 2,624 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
286°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

AKL VCD
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Victoria River Downs Airport
IATA Code AKL VCD
ICAO Code NZAA YVRD
City Auckland N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Darwin
Elevation 23 ft 89 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -16.400000, 131.000000

Auckland (AKL) to Victoria River Downs Airport (VCD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Victoria River Downs Airport (VCD) in Victoria River Downs Airport, Australia is 4,859 kilometers (3,019 miles / 2,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:48 in Auckland, it's 19:18 in Victoria River Downs Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Victoria River Downs Airport (VCD) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 127° (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 Victoria River Downs Airport (VCD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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