SGP
Shay Gap
Australia
5,604 km
3,482 miles
WLG
Wellington
New Zealand
Distance
5,604 km
3,482 mi / 3,026 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Australia/Perth
Heading
127°
southeast

Airport Comparison

SGP WLG
Airport Name Shay Gap Airport Wellington International Airport
IATA Code SGP WLG
ICAO Code YSHG NZWN
City Shay Gap Wellington
Country Australia New Zealand
Timezone Australia/Perth Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 620 ft 41 ft
Coordinates -20.420000, 120.140000 -41.330000, 174.800000

Shay Gap (SGP) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shay Gap Airport (SGP) in Shay Gap, Australia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 5,604 kilometers (3,482 miles / 3,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

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 Australia with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:59 in Shay Gap, it's 01:59 in Wellington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Shay Gap (SGP) follows a heading of 277° (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 Shay Gap Airport (SGP) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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