Travelling from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when searching for a flight from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport (WLG).
The timezone in Wellington is UTC+13, which is 6 hours ahead of Bangkok. Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to WLG, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you want to discover another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is a stop you can make during your flight from Bangkok to WLG.
The distance from central Bangkok to BKK is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to WLG, take it easy in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near WLG:
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 19 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport from $475 or travel return from just $964. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To score flight tickets from Bangkok to WLG, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to WLG every day.
Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Wellington in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to WLG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in July if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 12ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport.
More about Wellington
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Wellington right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Wellington International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are top attractions which should be on every Wellington itinerary.
Complete your Wellington trip with a car rental
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