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Flight Distance from Wellington (WLG) to Seattle (SEA)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
WLGNZWN
Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington International Airport
Great Circle Path
11,650 km7,239 miles • 6,290 NM
Destination Airport
KSEASEA
Seattle, United States
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport
Direct Distance
11,650 km
7,239 Statute Miles
6,290 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
14h 12m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
1,049 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
38° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
14h 12m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
13h 10m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
22h 54m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇳🇿 New Zealand→🇺🇸 United States
Allowed Stay90 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa Waiver Program — ESTA online authorization required.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
- City / Country: Wellington, New Zealand
- ICAO Code: NZWN
- Coordinates: -41.3268°, 174.8069°
- Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
- Elevation: 41 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
- City / Country: Seattle, United States
- ICAO Code: KSEA
- Coordinates: 47.4479°, -122.3103°
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Elevation: 433 ft
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