The flight distance from Palonegro Airport (BGA) in Bucaramanga, Colombia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,363 kilometers (7,682 miles / 6,675 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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 Colombia with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:46 in Bucaramanga, it's 23:46 in Wellington. With a 18-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 3,856 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Palonegro Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Bucaramanga (BGA) follows a heading of 99° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Palonegro Airport (BGA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.