Cheap Flights to Wellington

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Cheap Wellington airfares

Fly to Wellington from $61* one way from Auckland
Travel:  June - August 2023, subject to availability.
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Jetstar
Notes: Seat only
 
Fly to Wellington from $52* one way from Christchurch
Travel: August - November 2023, subject to availability.
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Jetstar
Notes: Seat only

Fly to Wellington from $70* one way from Queenstown
Travel: May, August - November 2023, subject to availability.
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Jetstar
Notes: Seat only

Fly to Wellington from $79* one way from Dunedin
Travel: Anytime, subject to availability.
Sales: Until sold out
Flying: Air New Zealand
Notes: Seat only

Fly to Wellington from $69* one way from Napier
Travel: best availability from September 2023 onwards
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Air New Zealand
Notes: Seat only

Fly to Wellington from $69 one way from New Plymouth
Travel: best availability from May 2023 onwards
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Air New Zealand
Notes: Seat only

Fly to Wellington from $69* one way from Nelson
Travel: best availability from May 2023 onwards
Sales: Until seats are sold out
Flying: Air New Zealand
Notes: Seat only

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*Above fares are per adult one way.  Advertised price includes 7kgs carry on baggage, size limits apply, but does not include checked baggage. Booking fee of $11.95 per person applies. Flights are subject to availability, will not be available on all flights and may be limited over weekends and school holidays. 

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Domestic Airlines that Fly to Wellington:
Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Sounds Air 

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Wellington - Kiwi Capital

A treasure box in the form of a city, Wellington or Windy Welly as we all know it, has all the excitement that a big city can provide. This small windy city that can, will huff and puff and blow you away with the refined down to earth Kiwi as culture, which is world famous in New Zealand. The New Zealand capital, home of the Beehive, oozes sweet as culture honey. The high density area allows easy access to everything. Swarm to these locations; Te Papa, Wellington Waterfront, or catch the Wellington cable car, running between Lampton Quay and Kelburn to the lookout roosted high above the city. You’ll hear a heavy Kiwi suburban accent unique to Wellingtonians, the locals are helpful and relaxed and you are bound to leave Wellington wanting to go back for your next weekend.

When to go

The best time for you to visit New Zealand’s capital city is the shoulder season bridging February – March. The long, warm sunny days of the Wellington Summer makes this time of year a particularly pleasant time for you to visit. Daylight savings in Wellington is still in effect from February to March, meaning you are able to make the most of exploring and sightseeing with extended daytime hours, you’ll be presented with more things to see and do.

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Weather in Wellington

Summer weather:  December - February

Wellington’s lovely beaches are perfect to cool off in during the summer months. The average temperature at this time of year is 19°C, the hottest time of year is late January. The maritime climate keeps the temperatures from soaring and humidity is in the comfortable range.

Autumn weather: March – May

Autumn time in Wellington you’re looking at average daily temperatures of a maximum 16.5°C and minimum 11°C. At this time of year the weather gets cooler, and the skies remain almost cloud-free. In regards of cloud over, March, is usually the clearest month of the year in Wellington.

Winter weather: June – August

A standard winter in Wellington is usually a wet one, in the winter months you’re looking at a 55% daily chance of rain with plenty of wind. So a Wellington winter wardrobe is more likely to be waterproof than woollen! The average temperatures in winter are between 6°C – 12°C.

Spring weather: September – November

You can expect a mixture of weather in Wellington during spring – crisp, sunny days can briskly change to cooler temperatures with spring showers. Average daily max temperatures at this time are 15.5°C and minimum 9°C.

Wellywood

Every Wellingtonian knows the capital has some world class coffee! The city is renowned for its thriving café scene and the culture surrounding it. With café’s on almost every corner that you turn, it’s fair to say that Wellington takes its coffee very seriously. With well over a dozen roasters in the city the warm aroma of roasting coffee and a gust of wind are never far away.

Hot spot suggestions

For a great photo opportunity of the city Mount Victoria Lookout is one of Wellington’s most iconic destinations. Walk up the top of the Lookout and you will be rewarded with spectacular 360-degree sights of the city and harbour. Keep an eye out for the odd Lord of the Rings film site too.

Cruise down Cuba Street and take in its creative melting pot of buskers, art galleries, graffiti-filled alleyways and the endearingly colourful bucket fountain. The eccentric street is home to hipsters, artists and lovers of vintage to music memorabilia. Some of the city’s most authentic buzzing bars and cafes are dotted along this cool street. Cuba Street is a thriving hub for you to meet, busk, shop, simply the best place in the city to take in the capital of cool’s culture.

Situated around a beautiful natural harbour sets the scene for the wonderful Wellington Waterfront, one of the city’s most unique and striking precincts. What used to be the centre of the capital’s bustling ports the city has turned them into a vibrant, flourishing atmosphere with remarkable features and attractions. Lined with restaurants, buzzy bars, various artworks and sculptures to admire. Wander, bike, roller skate or blade your way around the Waterfront.

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Flights

Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG) 1h 5m

Christchurch (CHC) to Wellington (WLG) 55m

Queenstown (ZQN) to Wellington (WLG) 1h 25m

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Around Wellington

The easiest way to get into the city centre from the airport is by taxi. At off-peak times you’re looking at around $30 NZ to get from the airport to the CBD.

The capital is renowned for its compact nature, it takes just twenty minutes to walk from one end of the business district to the other. You can easily explore further with the accessible and affordable public transport systems. Wellington has an excellent public transport system which is well used by the locals. Metlink’s easy to use journey planner gets you around the Wellington region using buses, trains or ferries. Pick up a Snapper card from the Wellington i-SITE Visitor Information Centre – the most efficient and cost effective way to pay. 

Domestic Airlines that Fly to Wellington:
Jetstar, Air New Zealand

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