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?

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

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

On the Portland to Wellington route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $906 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,618: a $712 difference. 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 $1,143 to $8,821. 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 $756, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Portland and Wellington?

Wellington is 19 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 starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include: • Mode • EZI • Thrifty • Europcar • Hertz

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 $1,345, with an average of $1,231 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,074 counts as a good deal.

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

Air Canada ($1,370) and Air New Zealand ($2,315) 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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Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 29

9:30 pm - 4:10 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

45h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

5:10 pm - 1:26 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

40h 16m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

$1,143Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 4

7:15 pm - 3:30 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

24h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

6:05 am - 2:41 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

29h 36m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$1,316Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 31

3:15 pm - 3:25 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

27h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:55 pm - 9:25 amWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

37h 30m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,370Air Canada

Mon, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 31

7:10 pm - 3:25 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

23h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:55 pm - 9:25 amWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

37h 30m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,370Air Canada

Mon, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 31

7:10 pm - 4:25 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

24h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:55 pm - 2:40 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

42h 45m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,370Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Mar 29

7:10 pm - 2:20 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

22h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

5:10 pm - 1:26 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

40h 16m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

$1,387Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 6

5:46 pm - 5:20 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

26h 34m3 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa Auckland Intl

12:50 pm - 4:35 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

24h 45m3 stops Auckland Intl Papeete Faaa Los Angeles

$1,394Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Dec 5

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

31h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 6:31 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

33h 26m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$1,425Air Canada

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14

10:51 am - 8:10 amPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

49h 19m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

6:55 pm - 7:11 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

44h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$2,315Air New Zealand

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14

1:03 pm - 7:20 pmPDX Portland-WLG Wellington

34h 17m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

6:55 pm - 7:11 pmWLG Wellington-PDX Portland

44h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$2,316Air 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?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Wellington, it is 27% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	June
High season	March
Cheapest flight	$625

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.

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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

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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?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Wellington:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Wellington?
On the Portland to Wellington route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $906 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,618: a $712 difference. 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 $1,143 to $8,821. 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 $756, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Portland and Wellington?
Wellington is 19 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 starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Mode
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Hertz
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 $1,345, with an average of $1,231 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,074 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $906 - about $712 less than Friday (44% 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 $1,050 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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