The flight distance from Mendeleyevo Airport (DEE) in Kunashir Island, Russia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 9,920 kilometers (6,164 miles / 5,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:37 in Kunashir Island, it's 21:37 in Wellington. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Kunashir Island (DEE) follows a heading of 339° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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