Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 7 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. Wellington and Auckland have the same timezone — UTC+13.
Flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport start from 06:00 — the first with Jetstar. The latest departure is the 21:10 option with Jetstar. In total, there are 561 weekly services from AKL to WLG.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar runs direct flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Wellington — and maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between AKL and WLG:
Rotorua International Airport
New Plymouth Airport
Nelson Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within New Zealand. You will need a valid identity document though, like a driver's license or ID card. Add them to your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from AKL to WLG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport is $44. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $87. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap flight tickets from AKL to WLG, reserve your journey 2 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Travelling from central Auckland to Auckland Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near AKL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you have a late flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near WLG:
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 19 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Wellington in April.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 21ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to WLG in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 12ºC then.
More about Wellington
Once you've booked your flights from AKL to WLG, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Wellington. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Wellington itinerary.
Complete your Wellington trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Wellington International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Wellington getaway.