Qibla direction in Auckland, New Zealand
From Auckland, the Qibla is 261.2° from true north — west (W). The Kaaba in Mecca is 15,365 km away along the great circle.
Qibla direction from Auckland
Hold a compass or use your phone’s compass app and face the bearing shown above. The bearing is true north, not magnetic north.
Prayer times in Auckland today
Muslim World League method, local time (Pacific/Auckland). Change the method or Asr school, or get times for your exact location →
How to face the Qibla in Auckland
- Open your phone’s compass and set it to true north if available.
- Turn until the compass reads 261.2° (W).
- You are now facing the Kaaba in Mecca.
Want the bearing for your exact street rather than the city centre? The live Qibla finder uses your device location and, on phones, the built-in compass.
Qibla from other cities in New Zealand
- Christchurch 255.9°
- Wellington 256.4°
- Manukau City 261.0°
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Auckland: sun times for Auckland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Qibla direction in Auckland?
From Auckland, New Zealand, the Qibla is 261.2° from true north, which is west (W). Face this direction to face the Kaaba in Mecca.
How far is Auckland from Mecca?
Auckland is about 15,365 km from the Kaaba in Mecca, measured along the great circle (the shortest path over the surface of the Earth).
Should I use true north or magnetic north?
The 261.2° bearing is measured from true north. Phone compasses often show magnetic north, which differs by the local magnetic declination. Set your compass app to true north if it offers the option.
What are the prayer times in Auckland today?
Today in Auckland: Fajr 05:30, Dhuhr 13:10, Asr 16:42, Maghrib 19:24, Isha 20:47 (Muslim World League method, local time).