The flight distance from Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) in Rapid City, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 12,532 kilometers (7,787 miles / 6,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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 11:30 in Rapid City, it's 07:30 in Wellington. With a 20-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 3,235 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Ellsworth Afb Airport.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Rapid City (RCA) follows a heading of 50° (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 Ellsworth Afb Airport (RCA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.