Airport Comparison
| SON | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santo Pekoa International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | SON | WLG |
| ICAO Code | NVSS | NZWN |
| City | Luganville | Wellington |
| Country | Vanuatu | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 184 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.510000, 167.220000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Luganville (SON) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) in Luganville, Vanuatu to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 2,962 kilometers (1,841 miles / 1,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Vanuatu with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in Luganville, it's 20:13 in Wellington.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Luganville (SON) follows a heading of 344° (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 Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.