The flight distance from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Saint Martin, SX to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 13,979 kilometers (8,686 miles / 7,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.

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 SX 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 04:52 in Saint Martin, it's 21:52 in Wellington. With a 17-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 Saint Martin (SXM) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.