Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Tauranga City Airport (TRG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take your pick of 44 weekly Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport flights. The 09:10 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest flight you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 19:35.
To ensure you get on your WLG to TRG flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Air New Zealand is your ticket to exploring Tauranga (and perhaps some other exciting parts of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport offered by this carrier.
Air New Zealand is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
With 66.67% of its services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering WLG to TRG flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
$54 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport flight. A return flight starts at $211. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from WLG to TRG, book your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from WLG to TRG.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, data shows 72.62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Wellington to Wellington International Airport is around 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near WLG. Whether you have an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
If you're getting in on a late Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TRG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tauranga City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ezi, Hertz or Apex and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tauranga and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tauranga City Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to central Tauranga
Tauranga City Airport is approximately 4 miles from central Tauranga. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport is January, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tauranga based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Wellington International Airport to Tauranga City Airport for January if you'd like to visit Tauranga during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 73ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from WLG to TRG in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 43ºF and 55ºF on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Tauranga has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 95 miles north-west of Tauranga, a visit to Auckland will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If there's time to check out another side of New Zealand, consider Wellington, roughly 260 miles south of Tauranga. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are among its highlights.
