The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 14,206 kilometers (8,827 miles / 7,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 124°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:57 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 08:57 in Wellington. With a 9-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 Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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