Travelling from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG) leaving from here.
3 hours 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Melbourne to Wellington International Airport flight.
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. The city is in the UTC+13 timezone and is two hours ahead of Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Qantas at 6:40pm. Choose the first MEL to WLG departure with Qantas at 8am if getting there sooner works for you.
Your flight from Melbourne to WLG won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG) depart from this terminal.
Qantas is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport departing from MEL.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Qantas from MEL to WLG.
Qantas is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to WLG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A major stopover between Avalon Airport and WLG, it's a great opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to WLG flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Begin your adventure 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.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Wellington International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport to the centre of Wellington is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Currently, R 3,208 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,632. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to WLG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Melbourne to Wellington International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport (WLG). Plan your visit to Wellington in April for a more low-key escape.
Book a Melbourne to WLG plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Wellington to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
July has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Wellington
Start your Wellington trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Wellington International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Wellington isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of New Zealand
Palmerston North is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Wellington. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Willowbank Reserve, New Zealand Rugby Museum and Upper Turitea Green Corridor.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Wellington, Hastings is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cherry blossom forest, Cornwall Park and Hastings City Art Gallery.
