The flight distance from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) in Irkutsk, Russia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,410 kilometers (7,711 miles / 6,701 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:29 in Irkutsk, it's 07:29 in Wellington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,634 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Irkutsk Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Irkutsk (IKT) follows a heading of 322° (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 Irkutsk Airport (IKT) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.