WELLINGTON
NEW ZEALAND
Interesting, relevant and useful tourism information for those seeking information about Wellington tourism. Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, has so much to offer. Set on the edge of a stunning harbour and surrounded by rolling hills, it's a city waiting to be explored. Find out about Wellington before you arrive. Here you'll find some interesting facts and figures and information about the history of the city we love. Wellington accommodation travel tourism information. Wellington NZ offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. Choose from luxury Wellington hotel to budget backpacker hotels.
HOME
ABOUT WELLINGTON
ACCOMMODATION
ACTIVITIES
AIRPORT
ATTRACTIONS
BACKPACKING
CAMPER HOLIDAYS
ENTERTAINMENT
GOLF CLUBS
MAPS
SELF DRIVING
SURF REPORT
TRAFFIC CAMS
WALKING TRACKS
WEB CAMERA
 




WELLINGTON AIRPORT
New Zealand Airports
New Zealand has a comprehensive network of international and domestic airports. While Auckland Airport serves the largest number of international arrivals and departures, airports in Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton, Palmerston North and Queenstown also receive flights from other countries. Domestic airports make every part of the country accessible, from Kaitaia to Stewart Island.


Wellington Airport

Wellington International Airport is located eight kilometres southeast of downtown Wellington in the suburb of Rongotai.. International flights operate to and from four Australian destinations - Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne - as well as Fiji. Domestic flights are provided by Air New Zealand, Qantas, Sounds Air, Air2there and Air West Coast.

Transport options
Bus
Approximately $4.50 per adult - about 20 minutes

The Stagecoach ‘Airport Flyer’ service runs from the airport every 30 minutes from 6.20am to 8.20pm Monday - Friday; and every hour or half hour from 6.50am to 8.50pm on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. The route passes through the city centre and continues north as far as Upper Hutt. The fare depends on how far you are travelling. From the airport to the city centre it is $4.50 per adult and $2.50 for children (five to 15 years old). The adult fare all the way to Upper Hutt is $10.

Shuttle
Approximately $17 for one person, $22 for two - about 25 minutes. A shuttle is a cost effective way to travel into the city. Discounts apply if two or more people are travelling together - $5 per additional person. Shuttles are normally shared with other passenger groups. The journey between the airport and the city centre can take up to 40 minutes at peak traffic times or when there are several drop-offs along the way. Allow plenty of time to reach the airport for departing flights.

Taxi
Approximately $30 to $40 - about 20 minutes. The journey between the airport and central city can take up to 40 minutes during peak traffic periods. If you’re travelling to the airport by taxi, make sure you allow plenty of time. Taxis licensed to operate from the airport have met the airport company’s quality and area knowledge standards.

Car rental
Major rental car companies operate from the terminal building. Bookings are strongly recommended.

Services and facilities
Toilets, showers; large range of duty/tax-free shopping and souvenirs; bookshop, gifts, clothing, fine knitwear, music and movies shop; cafes, restaurants, bars and fast food; currency exchange, ATM; internet; telephones; wheelchair access; baggage storage; baby change and parenting room.

WELLINGTON NEW ZEALAND ACCOMMODATION TRAVEL TOURISM INFORMATION GUIDE