PHX
Phoenix
United States
11,177 km
6,945 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
11,177 km
6,945 mi / 6,035 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+20h
America/Phoenix
Heading
227°
southwest

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PHX WLG
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code PHX WLG
ICAO Code KPHX NZWN
City Phoenix Wellington
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Phoenix Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 1,135 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Phoenix (PHX) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,177 kilometers (6,945 miles / 6,035 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 22:57 in Phoenix, it's 18:57 in Wellington. With a 20-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 1,094 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 54° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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