Airport Comparison
| VGT | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | North Las Vegas Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | VGT | WLG |
| ICAO Code | KVGT | NZWN |
| City | Las Vegas | Wellington |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 2,205 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.210000, -115.190000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Las Vegas (VGT) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) in Las Vegas, United States to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,180 kilometers (6,947 miles / 6,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 United States 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 23:37 in Las Vegas, it's 20:37 in Wellington. With a 21-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,164 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than North Las Vegas Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Las Vegas (VGT) follows a heading of 50° (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 North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.