Airport Comparison
| RGA | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hermes Quijada International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | RGA | WLG |
| ICAO Code | SAWE | NZWN |
| City | Rio Grande | Wellington |
| Country | Argentina | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Ushuaia | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -53.780000, -67.750000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Rio Grande (RGA) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 7,877 kilometers (4,894 miles / 4,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
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 Argentina with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:12 in Rio Grande, it's 22:12 in Wellington. With a 16-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 Rio Grande (RGA) follows a heading of 146° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.