The flight distance from Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) in San Juan, Argentina to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 9,641 kilometers (5,991 miles / 5,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 Argentina 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 16:09 in San Juan, it's 08:09 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,917 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to San Juan (UAQ) follows a heading of 130° (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 Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.