Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Wellington Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport.
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Auckland.
Choose from 121 weekly Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your AKL to WLG flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Wellington — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.
Air New Zealand is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier that operates AKL to WLG flights, with 73.92% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between AKL and WLG:
Christchurch Airport
Nelson Airport
Napier-Hastings Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Wellington Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport flight is 36 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 71 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from AKL to WLG, book your trip five months before your departure.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to WLG.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
70% of flights taking off from Auckland International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Auckland International Airport from central Auckland, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Wellington Airport (WLG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Follow your own route with a Wellington Airport rental car. Book your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and discover more of Wellington and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Wellington Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Wellington Airport (WLG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Wellington. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Wellington is February, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to WLG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Wellington, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 499 kilometres north to Auckland to tick off its leading sights. From Rangitoto Island to Rangitoto Summit and Mt. Wellington, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of New Zealand, consider Christchurch, about 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are highlights.

















