The flight distance from Sam Neua Airport (NEU) in Sam Neua Airport, Laos to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 9,996 kilometers (6,211 miles / 5,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 Laos 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 23:43 in Sam Neua Airport, it's 05:43 in Wellington. With a 6-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 3,240 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Sam Neua Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Sam Neua Airport (NEU) follows a heading of 298° (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 Sam Neua Airport (NEU) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.