Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Wellington?

Flights from Portland to Wellington usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Wellington?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Wellington: • Economy Class • First Class

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Wellington?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Portland to Wellington. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,142 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,618, a difference of $476. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Wellington?

Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are New Zealand Cricket Museum, New Zealand Film Archive and St Paul's Cathedral. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Wellington?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Portland to Wellington changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,080 to $9,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Portland to Wellington looking right now?

One-way fares from Portland to Wellington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $959, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Portland and Wellington?

Wellington is 20 hours ahead of Portland (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?

Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $38 for economy cars. Top options include: • Mode • EZI • Thrifty • Europcar • Snap Rentals

How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Wellington flight?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Wellington range from $1,074 to $1,395, with an average of $1,324 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,074 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Wellington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Wellington. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Portland to Wellington?

Qantas Airways ($1,082) and Air New Zealand ($1,566) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Portland to Wellington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Feb 8

5:30 pm - 3:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

25h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

2:35 pm - 11:12 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

29h 37m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

$1,080Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Feb 9

5:30 pm - 3:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

25h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

7:40 am - 2:36 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

27h 56m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,082Qantas Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Feb 8

1:57 pm - 2:50 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

27h 53m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:35 pm - 11:12 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

29h 37m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

$1,084Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Feb 11

10:30 am - 3:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

32h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

6:05 am - 4:27 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

31h 22m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

$1,111Qantas Airways

Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Feb 8

6:30 pm - 11:50 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

32h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:35 pm - 11:12 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

29h 37m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

$1,111Qantas Airways

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Feb 11

5:30 pm - 11:50 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

33h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 1:26 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

28h 21m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

$1,111Qantas Airways

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Feb 10

10:30 am - 11:50 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

40h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:35 pm - 11:12 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

29h 37m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

$1,111Qantas Airways

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Feb 9

5:30 pm - 3:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

25h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

4:00 pm - 8:27 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

25h 27m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,111Qantas Airways

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Feb 6

3:15 pm - 8:10 amPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

19h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

5:55 pm - 6:31 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

21h 36m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,566Air New Zealand

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Feb 7

7:10 pm - 11:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

31h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

10:55 am - 9:26 amWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

19h 31m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,649Air New Zealand

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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Wellington flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Wellington?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Wellington. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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When to book flights from Portland to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Wellington?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Wellington:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Wellington?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Wellington flight?
Round-trip flights from Portland to Wellington range from $1,074 to $1,395, with an average of $1,324 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,074 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Portland to Wellington changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,080 to $9,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Portland to Wellington looking right now?
One-way fares from Portland to Wellington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $959, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?
Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $38 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Mode
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Snap Rentals
Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Wellington?
Flights from Portland to Wellington usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Wellington?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Portland to Wellington. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,142 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,618, a difference of $476.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Portland and Wellington?
Wellington is 20 hours ahead of Portland (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Wellington?
Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are New Zealand Cricket Museum, New Zealand Film Archive and St Paul's Cathedral. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,142, about $476 less than Friday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Wellington trip for February. Fares historically average $643 round-trip in that month - typically $1,456 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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