Flying from London to Wellington International Airport (WLG): What you need to know
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. The city operates on the UTC+13 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to WLG.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Wellington International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to WLG flight:
London Gatwick Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Wellington International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Wellington International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Wellington International Airport flight.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to the centre of Wellington is about 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Currently, 540 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Wellington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.046 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to WLG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Wellington International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Wellington International Airport (WLG). March is when most people visit Wellington. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
Lock in a London to WLG plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Wellington to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Wellington International Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Wellington
Once you've booked your flight from London to Wellington International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Wellington:
Your Wellington trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.
Explore more of New Zealand
Palmerston North is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Wellington. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Willowbank Reserve, New Zealand Rugby Museum and Victoria Esplanade Gardens.
Around 257 kilometres northeast of Wellington, Hastings is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hastings City Art Gallery, Splash Planet and Pekapeka Wetlands.