RAR
Avarua
CK
3,268 km
2,031 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
3,268 km
2,031 mi / 1,765 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+23h
Pacific/Rarotonga
Heading
221°
southwest

Airport Comparison

RAR WLG
Airport Name Rarotonga International Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code RAR WLG
ICAO Code NCRG NZWN
City Avarua Wellington
Country CK New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Rarotonga Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 19 ft 41 ft
Coordinates -21.200000, -159.810000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Avarua (RAR) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) in Avarua, CK to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 3,268 kilometers (2,031 miles / 1,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting CK with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:32 in Avarua, it's 04:32 in Wellington. With a 23-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 Avarua (RAR) follows a heading of 55° (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 Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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