Airport Comparison
Hamadan (NUJ) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hamadan Air Base (NUJ) in Hamadan, Iran to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 15,341 kilometers (9,532 miles / 8,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 Iran 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 00:00 in Hamadan, it's 09:30 in Wellington. With a 9.5-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 5,568 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Hamadan Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Hamadan (NUJ) follows a heading of 280° (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 Hamadan Air Base (NUJ) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.