Traveling from Launceston Airport (LST) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, making Wellington two hours ahead of Launceston.
Your LST to WLG flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LST and WLG:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport flight is $263. A round-trip fare right now is $699. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LST to WLG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LST to WLG.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Launceston Airport, data shows 68.35% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Launceston Airport from central Launceston, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LST:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're arriving on a late Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near WLG:
Grab a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own set of wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is roughly 8 miles from the center of Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Wellington in January.
Book your flight from Launceston Airport to Wellington International Airport for January if you want to go to Wellington during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 70ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LST to WLG in July. Average temperatures are between 45ºF and 54ºF then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Wellington. Around 310 miles away to the north, popular attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 200 miles south-west of Wellington. No trip is complete without visiting Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
