WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
2,278 km
1,416 miles
XRH
Richmond
Australia
Distance
2,278 km
1,416 mi / 1,230 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
284°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

WLG XRH
Airport Name Wellington International Airport RAAF Base Richmond
IATA Code WLG XRH
ICAO Code NZWN YSRI
City Wellington Richmond
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Sydney
Elevation 41 ft 67 ft
Coordinates -41.330000, 174.800000 -33.600000, 150.780000

Wellington (WLG) to Richmond (XRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand to RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) in Richmond, Australia is 2,278 kilometers (1,416 miles / 1,230 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:48 in Wellington, it's 21:48 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (XRH) to Wellington (WLG) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 Wellington International Airport (WLG) and RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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