The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport (YXC) in Cranbrook, Canada is 11,794 kilometers (7,328 miles / 6,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:30 in Auckland, it's 02:30 in Cranbrook. With a 20-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,059 feet between the two airports. Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Cranbrook (YXC) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). 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 Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies Airport (YXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.