How to find cheap flights to Wanganui Airport (WAG)
Currently, $78 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Wanganui Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to WAG for $297.
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To get the best price on tickets to Whanganui, where Wanganui Airport is located, book one month before you travel. That's the general recommendation for landing the best deals.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Whanganui by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you compare prices for airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
Search for plane tickets to Wanganui Airport that include a stop. Routes with stops tend to be less expensive. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Whanganui
You can usually hop on the cheapest flight to Whanganui in June.
If your travel dates are flexible, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to WAG.
If you'd like to experience Whanganui at its busiest, lock in your flights to WAG for October. Taking a trip during peak seasons often means more things to do compared to other times.
May is the quietest time of year to visit if you're after a more relaxed vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Whanganui then.
With averages of between 12ºC and 23ºC, February is when Whanganui is warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your time here.
Ranging from 5ºC to 13ºC, August brings the lowest temperatures.
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? February is the driest month in Whanganui, averaging five days of rain.
The wettest time of year is August. Go then and you can expect to get around ten days of rainfall.
Travelling to Wanganui Airport (WAG): What you need to know
Ditch the layovers and get on a direct flight to Wanganui Airport. Air Chathams flies nonstop to Whanganui.
WAG is located in the UTC+13 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Wanganui Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to WAG:
Pick up a car hire in WAG and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Thrifty and Hertz can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Whanganui and beyond.
Wanganui Airport is located in Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand.
Getting to central Whanganui from Wanganui Airport (WAG)
WAG is located about 5 kilometres from central Whanganui.
If you're catching a cab after your flight to WAG, it'll take around 5 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the trip to take about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Whanganui has a stay for every vibe and budget. Here's a roundup of comfy hotels to consider for your visit:
Whanganui highlights
Jump off your flight to Whanganui and make your way to these leading attractions:
Castlecliff Beach: Around 6 kilometres west of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing around the city.
Bason Botanic Gardens: You'll find this park roughly 10 kilometres north-west of the centre. It's a great spot to take some time out while exploring Whanganui.
Sarjeant Gallery: Need another good reason to visit Whanganui? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 0.80 kilometres south-east of the city centre.
How to get to Palmerston North from Wanganui Airport (WAG)
WAG is a gateway to the nearby city of Palmerston North, which is around 64 kilometres away. The best way to get into town will vary depending on when you travel, so plan ahead.
Public transport will get you to Palmerston North in roughly 3 hours 10 minutes.
Travelling from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Levin
Located about 80 kilometres away, Levin is another city that's not far from Wanganui Airport. It'll take you around 15 hours 50 minutes to make the journey on public transport from WAG.
Explore more of New Zealand
There's a whole lot more to experience in New Zealand, starting with Wellington. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens are must-do's in this city, which is around 153 kilometres south of Whanganui. Wellington International Airport (WLG) is the major airport in Wellington.
Hamilton fits right into any adventure through New Zealand. You'll find it roughly 241 kilometres north of Whanganui. Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral stand out as key sights. The main airport serving this city is Hamilton International Airport (HLZ).
Say yes to more adventures in Tauranga. Roughly 274 kilometres north of Whanganui, Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach are reason enough to go.
