The flight distance from Ilam Airport (IIL) in Ilam, Iran to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 15,448 kilometers (9,599 miles / 8,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:26 in Ilam, it's 12:56 in Wellington. With a 9.5-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 4,363 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Ilam Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Ilam (IIL) follows a heading of 276° (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 Ilam Airport (IIL) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.