The flight distance from Khovd Airport (HVD) in Khovd, Mongolia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,843 kilometers (7,981 miles / 6,935 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:44 in Khovd, it's 08:44 in Wellington. With a 6-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 4,857 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Khovd Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Khovd (HVD) follows a heading of 313° (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 Khovd Airport (HVD) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.