Travelling from Taipei to Wellington International Airport (WLG): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when reserving your flight from Taipei to Wellington International Airport (WLG).
Wellington is five hours ahead of Taipei. Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington, which runs on the UTC+13 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Taipei to WLG. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Wellington International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
74.72% of flights leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Taipei to WLG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Taipei Songshan Airport:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 91.15% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Reserve a hotel close to WLG if you're catching a late flight from Taipei to Wellington International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Taipei 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 central Wellington is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Currently, Rs109,281 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Wellington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs225,029. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Taipei to WLG, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Taipei to Wellington International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Save on your flight from Taipei to Wellington International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Taipei to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Wellington. July is when most people book flights from Taipei to Wellington International Airport (WLG), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Taipei to WLG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 21ºC.
July has temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Wellington International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Wellington
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Wellington right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Wellington International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens are attractions you won't want to skip in Wellington.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Wellington, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to Palmerston North to tick off its leading sights. From Willowbank Reserve to New Zealand Rugby Museum and Upper Turitea Green Corridor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hastings is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Wellington. No journey is complete without a visit to Cherry blossom forest, Cornwall Park and Hastings City Art Gallery.
