Airport Comparison
| VVI | WLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Viru Viru International Airport | Wellington International Airport |
| IATA Code | VVI | WLG |
| ICAO Code | SLVR | NZWN |
| City | Santa Cruz | Wellington |
| Country | Bolivia | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft | 41 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.640000, -63.140000 | -41.330000, 174.800000 |
Santa Cruz (VVI) to Wellington (WLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand is 11,159 kilometers (6,934 miles / 6,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.
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 Bolivia with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:37 in Santa Cruz, it's 22:37 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,183 feet between the two airports. Wellington International Airport sits lower than Viru Viru International Airport.
The return flight from Wellington (WLG) to Santa Cruz (VVI) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.