Taxis & shuttles
Taxis
Wellington Airport is 8 kilometres away from the Central Business District (CBD). The average journey is 20-30 minutes depending on traffic flow and time of day. Taxi ranks can be found directly outside the baggage claim area on the Ground Floor of the main terminal. Use Door G.
Fares
While costs may vary between service providers, a taxi to/from Wellington CBD can cost between $40-60 NZD. You can pay this fare with cash, credit or EFTPOS.
Taxi companies
There are five taxi companies authorised to pick up non-booked fares from Wellington International Airport:
Wellington Combined Taxis
P: (04) 384 4444
Kiwi Cabs
P: (04) 389 9999
Hutt & City Taxis
P: (04) 570 0057
Urban link Wellington
P: (04) 473 5000
Capital Taxis
P: (04) 384 5678
Corporate Cabs
(Pre-bookings only)
P: 0800 789 789
Super Shuttle
An airport shuttle is an alternative to a taxi if you’re travelling on your own or in a large group. Shuttle ranks can be found directly outside the baggage claim area on the Ground Floor of the main terminal, but you can book online or download the free Super Shuttle app.
Shared-ride fares offer substantial discounts for passengers travelling in the same group to the same destination. Costs vary depending on your destination, but a shuttle to/from Wellington CBD starts at $18 NZD. You can pay for your shuttle with cash or credit card or you can book online.
Super Shuttle
P: 0800 SHUTTLE (0800 748885)