The flight distance from Samedan Airport (SMV) in Samedan Airport, Switzerland to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 18,679 kilometers (11,607 miles / 10,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Samedan Airport, it's 05:46 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,559 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Samedan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Samedan Airport (SMV) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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