Airport Comparison
| SLK | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Adirondack Regional Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | SLK | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KSLK | NZWN |
| City | Saranac Lake | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,663 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.390000, -74.210000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Saranac Lake (SLK) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) in Saranac Lake, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 14,551 kilometers (9,041 miles / 7,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
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 02:27 in Saranac Lake, it's 20:27 in Wellington. With a 18-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 1,622 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Adirondack Regional Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Saranac Lake (SLK) follows a heading of 62° (east 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 Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.