Airport Comparison
| WLG | XYR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wellington International Airport | Edwaki Airport |
| IATA Code | WLG | XYR |
| ICAO Code | NZWN | AYED |
| City | Wellington | Yellow River Mission |
| Country | New Zealand | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 41 ft | 190 ft |
| Coordinates | -41.330000, 174.800000 | -3.880000, 141.790000 |
Wellington (WLG) to Yellow River Mission (XYR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand to Edwaki Airport (XYR) in Yellow River Mission, Papua New Guinea is 5,305 kilometers (3,296 miles / 2,864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Papua New Guinea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:30 in Wellington, it's 13:30 in Yellow River Mission. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Yellow River Mission (XYR) to Wellington (WLG) follows a heading of 146° (south 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 Wellington International Airport (WLG) and Edwaki Airport (XYR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.