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Wellington International Airport Taxi Price Calculator 2026

Find your transfer price to and from WLG

Popular routes from Wellington International Airport

Wellington International Airport to Boulcott
69 NZD
Wellington International Airport to Intercontinental Wellington
35 NZD
Wellington International Airport to Wellington Central
45 NZD
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Wellington International Airport taxi prices

In Wellington International Airport, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
3.8NZD
Price per KM
2.9 NZD
Waiting time per hour
66NZD
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Wellington International Airport city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 18.3 NZD.

Taxi transfers from Wellington International Airport (WLG)

BoulcottIntercontinental WellingtonWellington CentralMasseyBeehiveKaroriArikiQuest WellingtonBelmontDoubleTree By Hilton WellingtonWainuiomataLower Hutt CityKhandallahWaikanae

Using a taxi at Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
  • Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
  • Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
  • Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.
Read the taxi safety guide →

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Wellington International Airport (WLG) taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG)?

A 5km ride transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG) costs about 18.3 NZD. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG)?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG) or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG) as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG)?

If you can’t find a taxi Wellington International Airport (WLG) or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Wellington International Airport (WLG)?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Wellington International Airport (WLG) taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Wellington International Airport (WLG).

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG) per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Wellington International Airport (WLG) is 3.8 NZD. Each KM is then priced at 2.9 NZD. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 66.0 NZD per hour.

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