Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
The timezone in Wellington is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of Manchester.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAN to WLG flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Currently, RM4,130 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM6,264. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to WLG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near WLG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to the centre of Wellington has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Wellington International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to WLG in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Christchurch is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. No journey is complete without dropping by Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.