Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Every week, there are 39 Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, jump on the 08:50 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:55 with Air New Zealand.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your WLG to NPE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Napier-Hastings — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
With 69.83% of its services arriving as scheduled, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating WLG to NPE flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
Rs17,790 is the best price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs28,349. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from WLG to NPE by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)
When it comes to Wellington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Wellington International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near WLG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NPE instead:
Grab a Hawkes Bay Airport rental car and discover Napier-Hastings and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Ezi and Apex are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Hawkes Bay Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to central Napier-Hastings
Hawkes Bay Airport to central Napier-Hastings has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Napier-Hastings. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Wellington International Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Napier-Hastings, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from WLG to NPE sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Napier-Hastings. Around 354 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Wellington is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 274 kilometres south-west of Napier-Hastings. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
