MSJ
Misawa
Japan
9,724 km
6,042 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
9,724 km
6,042 mi / 5,251 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
156°
south southeast

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MSJ WLG
Airport Name Misawa Air Base Wellington International Airport
IATA Code MSJ WLG
ICAO Code RJSM NZWN
City Misawa Wellington
Country Japan New Zealand
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 119 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 40.700000, 141.370000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Misawa (MSJ) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Misawa Air Base (MSJ) in Misawa, Japan to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 9,724 kilometers (6,042 miles / 5,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 Japan with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:38 in Misawa, it's 11:38 in Wellington. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Misawa (MSJ) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Misawa Air Base (MSJ) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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