Traveling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is 12 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located. Paris runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your WLG to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Wellington to WLG takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to WLG:
When it comes to Wellington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Paris flight is $602. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,388. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from WLG to Paris. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometers. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar to explore Paris and beyond.
Booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your flight from WLG to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 19 kilometers from the center of Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Settle in and get cozy after your WLG to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at ORY will help you save.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometers from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will take you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Find a hotel near BVA and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late WLG to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable names here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris is a good time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
The street address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Visit Paris during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Paris in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Wellington International Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from WLG to Paris in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Paris, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another favorite destination in France and is around 338 kilometers south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without dropping by Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.