Airport Comparison
| VAV | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Vava'u International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | VAV | WLG |
| ICAO Code | NFTV | NZWN |
| City | Vava'u Island | Wellington |
| Country | Tonga | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 236 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -18.590000, -173.960000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Vava'u Island (VAV) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Vava'u International Airport (VAV) in Vava'u Island, Tonga to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 2,745 kilometers (1,706 miles / 1,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.
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 Tonga with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:33 in Vava'u Island, it's 20:33 in Wellington.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Vava'u Island (VAV) follows a heading of 26° (north 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 Vava'u International Airport (VAV) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.