The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) in Fort Nelson, Canada is 12,117 kilometers (7,529 miles / 6,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 19:02 in Auckland, it's 23:02 in Fort Nelson. 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 1,230 feet between the two airports. Fort Nelson Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Nelson (YYE) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 229° (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 Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.