Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Wellington 12 hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your AMS to WLG flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
ر.ق. 2,525 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 4,413. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AMS to WLG if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights that take off from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol reach their destination on time.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near AMS:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Reserve a hotel near WLG if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC. Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wellington International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AMS to WLG around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If you want to check out another corner of New Zealand, consider Christchurch, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are among its highlights.
