The flight distance from Johnson County Executive Airport (OJC) in Olathe, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,761 kilometers (7,930 miles / 6,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:00 in Olathe, it's 05:00 in Wellington. With a 19-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 1,055 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Johnson County Executive Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Olathe (OJC) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Johnson County Executive Airport (OJC) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.