The flight distance from Nueva Hesperides International Airport (STY) in Salto, Uruguay to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 10,281 kilometers (6,389 miles / 5,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.

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 Uruguay 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 08:14 in Salto, it's 00:14 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.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Salto (STY) follows a heading of 137° (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 Nueva Hesperides International Airport (STY) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.