MMJ
Matsumoto
Japan
9,401 km
5,841 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
9,401 km
5,841 mi / 5,076 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
153°
south southeast

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MMJ WLG
Airport Name Matsumoto Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code MMJ WLG
ICAO Code RJAF NZWN
City Matsumoto Wellington
Country Japan New Zealand
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 2,182 ft 41 ft
Coordinates 36.170000, 137.920000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Matsumoto (MMJ) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) in Matsumoto, Japan to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 9,401 kilometers (5,841 miles / 5,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 Japan 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 11:46 in Matsumoto, it's 15:46 in Wellington. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,141 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Matsumoto Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Matsumoto (MMJ) follows a heading of 331° (north 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 Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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