Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Wellington 20 hours ahead of Portland.
To ensure you get on your PDX to WLG flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
At the moment, 459 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 2.301 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PDX to WLG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PDX to WLG.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PDX make it to their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Wellington in January.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Wellington International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from PDX 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 discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres north to Auckland to check off its top sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
