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How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

SYDSydney
WLGWellington
Flight Time
2 h 59 min
Distance
2,230km

1,386 miles

Departure
16:30
Arrival
21:28
From

SYDSydney

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Departure 16:30 · Australia/Sydney

To

WLGWellington

Wellington International Airport

Arrival 21:28 · Pacific/Auckland

Route Details

The flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney to Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington covers a distance of approximately 2,230 kilometers (1,386 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 2 h 59 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Arrival Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

A direct flight from Sydney to Wellington takes around 2 h 59 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Sydney to Wellington?

The distance from Sydney to Wellington is about 2,230 kilometers (1,386 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Sydney to Wellington?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 2 h 59 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Wellington to Sydney.