Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington is 12 hours ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to WLG flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
R 13,677 is the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 25,756. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from ZRH to WLG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that take off from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Wellington in January.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Wellington International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Wellington during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to WLG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Christchurch, about 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are key highlights.
