The flight distance from Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 588 kilometers (365 miles / 317 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 00:51 in Wanaka Airport, it's 00:51 in Wellington.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,101 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Wanaka Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Wanaka Airport (WKA) follows a heading of 228° (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 Wanaka Airport (WKA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.