Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is four hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your WLG to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as March, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling from central Wellington to WLG takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near WLG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Tokyo flight is 314 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 680 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from WLG to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from WLG to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your WLG to Tokyo flight:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
When booking your Wellington International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from WLG to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.