Airport Comparison
| LDH | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lord Howe Island Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | LDH | WLG |
| ICAO Code | YLHI | NZWN |
| City | Lord Howe Island | Wellington |
| Country | Australia | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Australia/Lord_Howe | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -31.540000, 159.080000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Lord Howe Island (LDH) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH) in Lord Howe Island, Australia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 1,774 kilometers (1,102 miles / 958 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Australia with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:08 in Lord Howe Island, it's 17:08 in Wellington.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Lord Howe Island (LDH) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.