CBR
Canberra
Australia
2,322 km
1,443 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
2,322 km
1,443 mi / 1,254 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Australia/Sydney
Heading
114°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CBR WLG
Airport Name Canberra International Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code CBR WLG
ICAO Code YSCB NZWN
City Canberra Wellington
Country Australia New Zealand
Timezone Australia/Sydney Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 1,886 ft 41 ft
Coordinates -35.310000, 149.200000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Canberra (CBR) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Canberra International Airport (CBR) in Canberra, Australia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 2,322 kilometers (1,443 miles / 1,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Australia with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:30 in Canberra, it's 03:30 in Wellington.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,845 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Canberra International Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Canberra (CBR) follows a heading of 278° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Canberra International Airport (CBR) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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