GBH
Galbraith Lake
United States
12,565 km
7,807 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
12,565 km
7,807 mi / 6,784 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+22h
America/Anchorage
Heading
208°
south southwest

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GBH WLG
Airport Name Galbraith Lake Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code GBH WLG
ICAO Code PAGB NZWN
City Galbraith Lake Wellington
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Anchorage Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 2,663 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 68.480000, -149.490000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Galbraith Lake (GBH) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) in Galbraith Lake, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,565 kilometers (7,807 miles / 6,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.

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 08:40 in Galbraith Lake, it's 06:40 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 2,622 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Galbraith Lake Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Galbraith Lake (GBH) follows a heading of 13° (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 Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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