Emirates EK5048 Flight Status Today

International flight Emirates EK5048 takes off from Wellington (WLG) New Zealand to Sydney (SYD) Australia. It's operated by Emirates. The plane leaves Wellington International Airport at 16:00 19 January 2026 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Sydney Airport at 17:40 19 January 2026 Australia/Sydney. The flight will last about 3 hours 40 minutes.

Current status of EK5048 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 6 hours, 37 minutes

EK5048 - UAE5048 Emirates (EK)
WLG Wellington New Zealand
Flight WLG to SYD
SYD Sydney Australia
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 6 hours, 37 minutes
Departure Wellington International Airport
IATA: WLGICAO: NZWN
Scheduled 16:00 19 January 2026
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Arrival Sydney Airport
IATA: SYDICAO: YSSY
Scheduled 17:40 19 January 2026
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EK5048 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: AS 5020, AY 5048, BA 7487, CI 8656, MU 4074
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2233 kms / 1387 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: UAE5048
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Current Time in Wellington: Monday 2026-01-19 09:23 AM
  • Current Time in Sydney: Monday 2026-01-19 07:23 AM

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Emirates Flight EK5048 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Emirates EK5048 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 40 minutes, with the flight distance of 2233 km (1387 miles).

What is the current status of Emirates EK5048 flight?

The current status of flight Emirates EK5048 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Emirates EK5048 flight?

All Emirates EK5048 flights are operated using Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 aircraft.

When does the flight Emirates EK5048 arrive?

Flight Emirates EK5048 arrives at 17:40.

Which terminal the flight Emirates EK5048 is arriving at?

Flight Emirates EK5048 arrives in Sydney Airport at Terminal 1.

How many Emirates EK5048 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Emirates EK5048 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .