The flight distance from Leirin Airport (VDB) in Leirin Airport, Norway to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 17,616 kilometers (10,946 miles / 9,512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 Norway 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 14:13 in Leirin Airport, it's 02:13 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 2,656 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Leirin Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Leirin Airport (VDB) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Leirin Airport (VDB) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.