WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
3,094 km
1,923 miles
ZGU
Gaua Island
Vanuatu
Distance
3,094 km
1,923 mi / 1,671 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
345°
north northwest

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WLG ZGU
Airport Name Wellington International Airport Gaua Island Airport
IATA Code WLG ZGU
ICAO Code NZWN NVSQ
City Wellington Gaua Island
Country New Zealand Vanuatu
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Efate
Elevation 41 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -41.330000, 174.800000 -14.220000, 167.590000

Wellington (WLG) to Gaua Island (ZGU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand to Gaua Island Airport (ZGU) in Gaua Island, Vanuatu is 3,094 kilometers (1,923 miles / 1,671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Vanuatu. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:04 in Wellington, it's 03:04 in Gaua Island.

The return flight from Gaua Island (ZGU) to Wellington (WLG) follows a heading of 168° (south 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 Gaua Island Airport (ZGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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