Travelling from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport (WLG), there's a nice selection of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 20 hours ahead of Vancouver.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Vancouver to WLG.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Vancouver to WLG? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to central Wellington is about 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
$864 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport. Return flights start from $1,853. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Vancouver to WLG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
April is the quietest time to fly to Wellington. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver to WLG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Wellington
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wellington:
One of the best ways to get to know Wellington is to check out its most popular sights. Some highlights include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Complete your Wellington trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Wellington and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Vancouver to Wellington International Airport.