Airport Comparison
| LWS | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | LWS | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KLWS | NZWN |
| City | Lewiston | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,442 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.370000, -117.020000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Lewiston (LWS) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) in Lewiston, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,852 kilometers (7,364 miles / 6,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.
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 14:55 in Lewiston, it's 11:55 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 1,401 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Lewiston (LWS) follows a heading of 42° (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 Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.