Airport Comparison
| GRK | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Robert Gray Army Air Field | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRK | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KGRK | NZWN |
| City | Fort Cavazos (Killeen) | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,015 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.100000, -97.800000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Fort Cavazos (Killeen) (GRK) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Robert Gray Army Air Field (GRK) in Fort Cavazos (Killeen), United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,029 kilometers (7,474 miles / 6,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.
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 07:17 in Fort Cavazos (Killeen), it's 02:17 in Wellington. With a 19-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 Fort Cavazos (Killeen) (GRK) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Robert Gray Army Air Field (GRK) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.