Airport Comparison
| MEL | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melbourne International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEL | WLG |
| ICAO Code | YMML | NZWN |
| City | Melbourne | Wellington |
| Country | Australia | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 434 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.670000, 144.840000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Melbourne (MEL) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 2,589 kilometers (1,609 miles / 1,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 18:17 in Melbourne, it's 20:17 in Wellington.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 269° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Melbourne International Airport (MEL) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.