How to Travel from

Wellington to Auckland Airport

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

New Zealand Wellington Auckland Airport

How to Get from Wellington to Auckland Airport

Plane

1 h 17 min

Select a Ticket

Car

7 h 22 min

from $34

Rideshare

7 h 22 min

from $8.22

Cheapest

By car (630 km)

7 h 22 min

630 km.

from $34

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

7 h 22 min

630 km.

from $8.22

Train, Plane (Train to Palmerston)

4 h 25 min

475 km.

from $186.49

Train, Plane (Train to Paraparaumu)

3 h 52 min

475 km.

from $161.60

Bus, Plane

6 h 5 min

475 km.

from $402.07

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:

jetstar.com/

Plane from Wellington to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 4m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$42.05–$229.35

Air New Zealand

Website:

airnewzealand.com/

Plane from Wellington to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 5m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$61.16–$280.31

Plane from Palmerston to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$89.19–$280.31

Plane from Wellington to Tauranga

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$101.93–$344.02

Air Chathams

Website:

airchathams.co.nz/

Plane from Paraparaumu to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$26.76–$293.05

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:

+64 9 583 5780

Website:

intercity.co.nz/

Bus from Wellington - Central to Manukau

Ave. Duration:

10h 10m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$44.60–$76.45

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:

+64 4495 0775

Website:

greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/

Train from Wellington to Papakura

Ave. Duration:

10h

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$140.16–$178.38

Train from Wellington to Palmerston

Ave. Duration:

2h 5m

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$50.97–$62.43

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

50 min

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$34.40–$42.05

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:

+64 4495 0775

Website:

greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/

Train from Wellington to Palmerston

Ave. Duration:

2h 5m

Frequency:

5 times a week

Estimated price:

$19.11–$25.48

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

48 min

Frequency:

5 times a week

Estimated price:

$7.64–$9.56

Metlink

Phone:

0800 801 700

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

metlink.org.nz

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

54 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$7.64–$10.83

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to bus which costs $39.13 - $86.96 and takes 10h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $36.96 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland Airport (AKL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL). However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Stop A International Airport via Bay 8 Manukau Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The distance between Wellington and Auckland Airport (AKL) is 488 km. The road distance is 630.8 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) without a car is to bus which takes 10h 42m and costs $39.13 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus from?

Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $36.96 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $86.96 and takes 10h 42m, you could also train, which costs $130.43 - $163.04 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus arrive?

Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Manukau City station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) is 631 km. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL).

Where can I stay near Auckland Airport (AKL)?

There are 1769+ hotels available in Auckland Airport (AKL). Prices start at $57.99 per night.

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Auckland Airport

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Six ways to Travel from Wellington to Auckland Airport

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Air New Zealand

Air Chathams

Bus operators

InterCity

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Metlink

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland Airport (AKL)?

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

How do I travel from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) without a car?

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus from?

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus arrive?

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Where can I stay near Auckland Airport (AKL)?