Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
The timezone in Wellington is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your STN to WLG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is 585 €. A return ticket right now is 1.133 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STN to WLG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
64.73% of flights departing from Stansted Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near STN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're arriving on a late Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near WLG:
Grab a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to the centre of Wellington has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Wellington International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Wellington during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from STN to WLG in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 more of New Zealand. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Auckland to tick off its leading attractions. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.