MAF
Midland
United States
11,761 km
7,308 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
11,761 km
7,308 mi / 6,350 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+19h
America/Chicago
Heading
231°
southwest

Airport Comparison

MAF WLG
Airport Name Midland International Air And Space Port Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code MAF WLG
ICAO Code KMAF NZWN
City Midland Wellington
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Chicago Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 2,872 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 31.940000, -102.200000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Midland (MAF) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) in Midland, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,761 kilometers (7,308 miles / 6,350 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.

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 11:43 in Midland, it's 06:43 in Wellington. With a 19-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 2,831 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Midland International Air And Space Port Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Midland (MAF) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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