Airport Comparison
| CEX | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chena Hot Springs Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEX | WLG |
| ICAO Code | AK13 | NZWN |
| City | Chena Hot Springs | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,195 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.050000, -146.050000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Chena Hot Springs (CEX) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) in Chena Hot Springs, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,307 kilometers (7,647 miles / 6,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.
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 United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:10 in Chena Hot Springs, it's 23:10 in Wellington. With a 22-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 1,154 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Chena Hot Springs Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Chena Hot Springs (CEX) follows a heading of 17° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.