The flight distance from Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW) in Owerri, Nigeria to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 15,837 kilometers (9,841 miles / 8,551 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:31 in Owerri, it's 15:31 in Wellington. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Owerri (QOW) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). 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 Mbakwe International Airport (QOW) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.