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Wellington, New Zealand — Airports

Wellington International Airport

Airport Code
WLG
Full Airport Name
Wellington International Airport
Location
The airport is situated five miles (8km) east of Wellington.
Time Zone
Local time is GMT +12 (GMT +13 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March).
Phone Number
Tel: +64 (0)4 385 5100 (24 hours).
Terminal Transfer
There is only one terminal. Arrivals is located on the lower level while departures is on the upper level.
Ground Transport
The Stagecoach Flyer bus will cost between NZ$2.00 and NZ$17.00 for an adult fare, depending on where you are going. Shuttle services and taxis all go to the city center for around NZ$15 and NZ$30 respectively.
Car Rental
Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis
Taxis can be hailed outside the baggage claims area and cost up to NZ$35 to go to The Terrace, Lambton Quay, Railway Station, Courtenay Place and Seatoun. Fares to Johnsonville, Lower Hutt and Tawa range between NZ$ 45 and NZ$ 65, while it costs up to NZ$100 to go to Uppper Hutt and Porirua.
Airport Facilities
Facilities at the airport include left luggage, bureau de change, ATMs, bars, shops and restaurants, a parent's room, post office and a tourist information and hotel reservations desk. Disabled facilities are good, those with special needs are advised to inform their airline or travel agent in advance.
Car Parking
Long and short-term parking is available.
Departure Tax
Airport tax is NZ$25 (adults) and NZ$10 (children), in transit passengers (up to 24hrs) are exempt.
Website
www.wellington-airport.co.nz