The flight distance from Benguela Airport (BUG) in Benguela, Angola to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 13,721 kilometers (8,526 miles / 7,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Angola with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:04 in Benguela, it's 03:04 in Wellington. With a 12-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 Wellington (WLG) to Benguela (BUG) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Benguela Airport (BUG) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.