The flight distance from Gibraltar Airport (GIB) in Gibraltar, GI to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 19,439 kilometers (12,079 miles / 10,496 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 GI with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:40 in Gibraltar, it's 06:40 in Wellington. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Gibraltar (GIB) follows a heading of 179° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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