Airport Comparison
| KWA | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWA | WLG |
| ICAO Code | PKWA | NZWN |
| City | Kwajalein | Wellington |
| Country | Marshall Islands | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Kwajalein | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, 167.730000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Kwajalein (KWA) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 5,612 kilometers (3,487 miles / 3,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Marshall Islands with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:21 in Kwajalein, it's 21:21 in Wellington.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Kwajalein (KWA) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.