Traveling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, making Wellington 11 hours ahead of Cape Town.
Your CPT to WLG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is $598. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,156. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CPT to WLG, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CPT to WLG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT land on schedule 81.65% of the time.
Cape Town International Airport is around 12 miles from central Cape Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near CPT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near WLG:
Pick up a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own set of wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Wellington International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Wellington. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Wellington International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Wellington during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 70ºF.
July has average temperatures of between 45ºF and 54ºF. Search for cheap tickets from CPT to WLG around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Wellington, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel about 310 miles north to Auckland to check off its top sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 200 miles south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another favorite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
