The flight distance from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) in Palembang-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 8,142 kilometers (5,059 miles / 4,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 Indonesia 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 11:25 in Palembang-Sumatra Island, it's 17:25 in Wellington. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) follows a heading of 281° (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 Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.