Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, making Wellington 13 hours ahead of Newcastle.
To ensure you get on your NCL to WLG flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is RM4,553. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM6,938. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from NCL to WLG, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NCL to WLG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights taking off from Newcastle International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near NCL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Reserve a hotel close to WLG if you're catching a late Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value to explore Wellington and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NCL to WLG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've seen Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. No trip is complete without a visit to Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.