The flight distance from RAF Akrotiri (AKT) in RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 16,613 kilometers (10,323 miles / 8,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Cyprus 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 05:19 in RAF Akrotiri, it's 16:19 in Wellington. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to RAF Akrotiri (AKT) follows a heading of 270° (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 RAF Akrotiri (AKT) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.