Flying from Faleolo Airport (APW) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
The timezone in Wellington is UTC+13, which is one hour behind Apia.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your APW to WLG flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a well-known stop between APW and WLG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faleolo Airport (APW) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is R 4,502. A round-trip fare is currently R 9,131. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from APW to WLG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport.
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Handy information about Faleolo Airport (APW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Faleolo Airport, 72.35% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Faleolo Airport from central Apia, it takes about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you've booked an early flight from Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Transit Motel. Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort is another handy option near APW.
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're arriving on a late Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near WLG:
Go where the road takes you with a Wellington International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and venture far and wide through Wellington and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Faleolo Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the kind 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). Search for cheap tickets from APW to WLG around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Wellington, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres north to Auckland to check off its must-visit sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, consider Christchurch, about 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are highlights.