Airport Comparison
| INS | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Creech Afb Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | INS | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KINS | NZWN |
| City | Indian Springs | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 3,134 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.590000, -115.680000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Indian Springs (INS) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Creech Afb Airport (INS) in Indian Springs, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,178 kilometers (6,946 miles / 6,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 15:36 in Indian Springs, it's 12:36 in Wellington. With a 21-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 3,093 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Creech Afb Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Indian Springs (INS) follows a heading of 50° (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 Creech Afb Airport (INS) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.