DGL
Douglas
United States
11,193 km
6,955 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
11,193 km
6,955 mi / 6,044 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+19h
America/Phoenix
Heading
228°
southwest

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Airport Comparison

DGL WLG
Airport Name Douglas Municipal Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code DGL WLG
ICAO Code KDGL NZWN
City Douglas Wellington
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Phoenix Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 4,173 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 31.340000, -109.510000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Douglas (DGL) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) in Douglas, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,193 kilometers (6,955 miles / 6,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:31 in Douglas, it's 17:31 in Wellington. With a 19-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 4,132 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Douglas Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Douglas (DGL) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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