Airport Comparison
Karonga (KGJ) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Karonga Airport (KGJ) in Karonga, Malawi to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 13,053 kilometers (8,110 miles / 7,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.
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 Malawi with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:56 in Karonga, it's 07:56 in Wellington. With a 11-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 1,724 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Karonga Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Karonga (KGJ) follows a heading of 224° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Karonga Airport (KGJ) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.