Flights to Wellington (WLG)

What are the best things to do in Wellington?

No matter what time of year you’re thinking of booking flights to Wellington, you can guarantee that Cuba Street will be alive and bustling with people. Visitors and locals alike love Cuba Street for its eclectic mix of cafes, bars and restaurants, and for its edgy street art and galleries.

Regardless of the trip you’re planning, Cuba Street really does have something for everyone. If you’ve booked your flights to Wellington for a romantic escape, look no further than the fine dining experience at Logan Brown Restaurant. If you’ve booked return flights to Wellington with friends, head to the quirky and unconventional Laundry bar. You can also get $10 platefuls of dumplings, gorge on roti at Satay Kingdom, peruse the racks inside local vintage shops, or grab a bargain on your favourite tunes at Slow Boat Records. Once you’ve booked your cheap flights to Wellington, be sure to add Cuba Street to your list of things to do.

If you’ve booked flights to Wellington with children and you’re looking for family-friendly things to do, the Cable Car is a great option. It will take you to the iconic Cable Car lookout spot, which boasts spectacular views of the city. Once you’re there, you can visit the Cable Car Museum, a popular spot with locals and tourists. October or April are good times to look at booking flights to Wellington as it’s likely to be less busy thanks to the off-season, yet temperatures are still mild enough to get out and about.

What's on in Wellington?

From rugby events at Westpac Stadium to music gigs, art and literature festivals; no matter what time you book flights to Wellington, there is always plenty to keep you occupied while you’re away. If you’re eager to see the All Blacks play at Westpac Stadium, be sure to look for cheap flights to Wellington well in advance. Jazz aficionados and newcomers to this musical genre can book flights to Wellington for June to see some some of the finest musicians from across New Zealand and around the globe descend on the city for the international Jazz Festival. If you’re in search of something more edgy, be sure to travel during the Wellington Fringe Festival in March. Travellers hoping to see their favourite writers and artists should book flights to Wellington in November. The brilliant Verb Festival is a celebration of books, writers and the city, with a line-up of internationally-renowned guests as well as local literary talent.

What is the cost of visiting Wellington?

If you snap up some great-value return flights to Wellington, you can make sure your trip to New Zealand’s capital is relatively gentle on your hip pocket. When you land in Wellington Airport (WLG), a taxi can take you into the city for about $30 to $40. You can also get shuttle rides to take you into the city for as little as $15. To make those savings from cheap flights to Wellington go even further, you can hop on the Airport Flyer Bus. The bus picks passengers up at Wellington Airport and Wellington Railway Station and only costs $12 for a one-way fare.

Wellington is well known for its cafe culture and array of drinking and dining options. Depending on how much you want to spend, there are several well-known fine dining restaurants to make reservations at. However, if you avoid the tourist traps, Wellington can also be a relatively city to holiday in. To make some more room in your budget, make sure you book flights to Wellington as early as possible. The earlier you book, the cheaper flights are likely to be. If you’re booking Wellington flights for a popular event, festival or concert, airfares may increase as demand surges.