Travelling from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Wellington two hours ahead of Hobart.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HBA to WLG 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.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HBA and WLG:
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Currently, $417 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $782. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from HBA to WLG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HBA to WLG.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)
When it comes to Hobart International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.98% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Hobart International Airport from central Hobart, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HBA:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Book a hotel close to WLG if you're taking a late Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Wellington International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Wellington. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC. Book your flights from Hobart International Airport to Wellington International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HBA to WLG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. Around 499 kilometres north of Wellington, a trip to Auckland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in 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 the biggest draws.