Airport Comparison
Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport, Saudi Arabia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 14,768 kilometers (9,177 miles / 7,974 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.
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 Saudi Arabia with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:30 in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport, it's 21:30 in Wellington. With a 10-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 2,021 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Wadi Al Dawasir Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.