The flight distance from Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, New Zealand to Island Lake Airport (YIV) in Island Lake, Canada is 13,623 kilometers (8,465 miles / 7,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 New Zealand with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:01 in Wellington, it's 01:01 in Island Lake. With a 19-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 Island Lake (YIV) to Wellington (WLG) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). 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 Island Lake Airport (YIV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.