Airport Comparison
| LAS | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Harry Reid International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | LAS | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KLAS | NZWN |
| City | Las Vegas | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 2,181 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.080000, -115.150000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Las Vegas (LAS) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,173 kilometers (6,942 miles / 6,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 19:30 in Las Vegas, it's 16:30 in Wellington. With a 21-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 2,140 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Harry Reid International Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 51° (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 Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.