Emirates EK5038 Flight Status Today

International flight Emirates EK5038 takes off from Wellington (WLG) New Zealand to Melbourne (MEL) Australia. It's operated by Emirates. The plane leaves Wellington International Airport at 14:35 29 December 2025 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 16:35 29 December 2025 Australia/Sydney. The flight will last about 3 hours 57 minutes.

Current status of EK5038 is Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 1 hour, 42 minutes

EK5038 - UAE5038 Emirates (EK)
WLG Wellington New Zealand
Flight WLG to MEL
MEL Melbourne Australia
Departed On time Estimated Arrival in 1 hour, 42 minutes
Departure Wellington International Airport
IATA: WLGICAO: NZWN
Scheduled 14:35 29 December 2025
Actual 14:41 29 December 2025
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Arrival Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 16:35 29 December 2025
Estimated 16:18 29 December 2025
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EK5038 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AY 4862, MU 4025
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 57 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2596 kms / 1613 miles
Airline
  • Emirates
  • IATA: EK
  • ICAO: UAE
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 168
  • Freight capacity: 8.7 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Shuttle, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
  • Callsign: UAE5038
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Current Time in Wellington: Monday 2025-12-29 16:36 PM
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Monday 2025-12-29 14:36 PM

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Emirates Flight EK5038 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Emirates EK5038 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 57 minutes, with the flight distance of 2596 km (1613 miles).

What is the current status of Emirates EK5038 flight?

The current status of flight Emirates EK5038 is Departed On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Emirates EK5038 flight?

All Emirates EK5038 flights are operated using Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 aircraft.

When does the flight Emirates EK5038 arrive?

Flight Emirates EK5038 arrives at 16:35.

Which terminal the flight Emirates EK5038 is arriving at?

Flight Emirates EK5038 arrives in Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at Terminal 2.

How many Emirates EK5038 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Emirates EK5038 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .