Airport Comparison
Debre Tabor (DBT) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) in Debre Tabor, Ethiopia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 14,706 kilometers (9,138 miles / 7,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.
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 Ethiopia 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 20:26 in Debre Tabor, it's 06:26 in Wellington. With a 10-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 8,449 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Debre Tabor Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Debre Tabor (DBT) follows a heading of 245° (west 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 Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.