The flight distance from Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 15,307 kilometers (9,511 miles / 8,265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:37 in Sao Tome, it's 05:37 in Wellington. With a 13-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 Sao Tome (TMS) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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