The flight distance from Islay Airport (ILY) in Port Ellen, United Kingdom to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 18,418 kilometers (11,444 miles / 9,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 Kingdom 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 19:04 in Port Ellen, it's 08:04 in Wellington. With a 13-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 Port Ellen (ILY) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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