The ins and outs of flying to and from Wellington.
The Wellington International Airport is New Zealand’s third-busiest airport, which links to eastern Australia’s major cities in addition to facilitating local flights to numerous destinations throughout New Zealand.
This useful guide will help you know the best options for ground transport along with airline details for flying into and out of the Wellington Airport.
Wellington flight deals
Air New Zealand - Tasman
New Zealand flights from $239
Valid for travel from 12 November - 13 December 2018 and 31 January - 31 May 2019. Destinations include Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown. Sample fare is Melbourne-Christchurch.
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Virgin Australia - Deals
Up to 10% off fares
Valid for travel between 21 October 2018 - 30 December 2019 on all Virgin Australia domestic, trans-Tasman, international short haul and international long haul flights. Get 5% on elevate and gateway fares and 10% to business, premium economy and freedom fares. T&Cs apply.
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Wellington flight FAQs
Who flies to Wellington? Air New Zealand, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Emirates.
What are the closest airports to Wellington? Wellington International Airport is Wellington’s only international and domestic airport.
What airport transfer options are available? Buses take you from Wellington CBD to the airport in 18 minutes and cost $1 one way. Airport shuttles offer door-to-door service with their fares starting from $30.
You can also make a reservation with the car rental services available at the airport.
Alternatively, you can take a 12 minute Uber for $20-$30. A taxi can also drop you off at the airport in a similar time frame, but costs $30-$40.
