The flight distance from Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,723 kilometers (7,284 miles / 6,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:06 in Sao Carlos, it's 09:06 in Wellington. With a 16-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 2,608 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Sao Carlos Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Sao Carlos (QSC) follows a heading of 139° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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