Airport Comparison
| GRM | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Marais/Cook County Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRM | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KCKC | NZWN |
| City | Grand Marais | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,803 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.840000, -90.380000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Grand Marais (GRM) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Marais/Cook County Airport (GRM) in Grand Marais, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 13,581 kilometers (8,439 miles / 7,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.
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 14:04 in Grand Marais, it's 09:04 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,762 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Grand Marais/Cook County Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Grand Marais (GRM) follows a heading of 52° (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 Grand Marais/Cook County Airport (GRM) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.