The flight distance from Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 14,498 kilometers (9,009 miles / 7,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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 15:51 in Mashhad, it's 01:21 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 3,222 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Mashhad International Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Mashhad (MHD) follows a heading of 287° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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