The flight distance from Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) in Mazar I Sharif Airport, Afghanistan to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 13,924 kilometers (8,652 miles / 7,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 Afghanistan 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 03:31 in Mazar I Sharif Airport, it's 12:01 in Wellington. With a 8.5-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 1,243 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Mazar I Sharif Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) follows a heading of 291° (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 Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.