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Wellington Airport
Wild at Heart
Wellington Airport provides a world class airport for visitors, the Wellington region and New Zealand. It's international terminal, The Rock, is ranked 4th best in the World. Being very close to the CBD saves 5.4 million travellers plenty of time and makes Wellington a more attractive place to visit. The Airport won the Wellington Gold Awards for Safety and is a major supporter of local events, attractions and community groups.
Wellington Airport - Latest News [Page 5]
Flights in operation - Wellington Airport
Tuesday, 15 October 2013, 8:47 am | Wellington International Airport Limited
Flights are scheduled to resume today after yesterday’s severe weather, with all international flights departing on time this morning. More >>
Weather related disruption updated 4:53pm 14/10/13
Monday, 14 October 2013, 4:56 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
The severe weather in Wellington has meant that the majority of flights have been cancelled until further notice. More >>
Weather related disruption - Wellington Airport
Monday, 14 October 2013, 9:20 am | Wellington Airport Limited
The high winds in Wellington this morning has meant all regional flights have been suspended until further notice. More >>
Ten years of Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards
Friday, 4 October 2013, 4:06 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. To celebrate this milestone, Wellington Airport is giving the Community Award Supreme winners from the past decade the opportunity to win a share of $10,000. More >>
Significant visitor growth and spend for Wellington
Friday, 20 September 2013, 3:16 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
International visitors arriving through Wellington Airport have increased by 35% since 2009. Over the last 12 months, passenger numbers at Wellington Airport have increased by over 6%, higher than any other major airport in New Zealand. Passengers ... More >>
Baggage Screening System upgrade at Wellington Airport
Friday, 13 September 2013, 2:18 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
This Monday, Aviation Security Service (Avsec) is to undergo the second and final phase in the major upgrade of their Hold Baggage Screening (HBS) Systems at Wellington Airport. More >>
Wellington Airport runway open after earthquake
Friday, 16 August 2013, 3:05 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
The size of the earthquake this afternoon meant the airport needed to undertake a full runway and navigational aid inspection as part of standard operating procedure. More >>
Wellington airport now open after earthquake
Monday, 22 July 2013, 8:50 am | Wellington International Airport Limited
The size of the earthquake this evening meant the Airport needed to undertake a full runway and navigational aid inspection as part of standard operating procedure. More >>
Albatross rescued by Wellington Airport operations team
Friday, 21 June 2013, 12:16 pm | Wellington Airport Limited
At commencement of the first light inspection of the runway after last night’s storm, Airport Operations and Airport Fire Service discovered an adult albatross in distress on the runway. Albatross are not usually found in this area, so this ... More >>
Wellington Airport Delays
Friday, 21 June 2013, 11:34 am | Wellington Airport Limited
The wind is slowly easing and some flights will resume from around midday. However we ask that all travellers check either with their airline or the Wellington Airport website at www.wellingtonairport.co.nz if they have any concerns about their flight ... More >>
Wellington Airport to begin plans for runway extension
Thursday, 30 May 2013, 9:40 am | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport will now apply for resource consent to extend the runway for long haul flights following Wellington City Council’s vote of support this evening. More >>
Wellington Airport honours Kaibosh’s success
Friday, 26 April 2013, 2:23 pm | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport has today presented Kaibosh Food Rescue, winner of the 2012 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards and 2013 Trustpower National Community Awards with $2500 in recognition of their achievement. More >>
Jetstar reaches five million domestic passengers
Friday, 5 April 2013, 1:19 pm | Wellington International Airport Limited
Jetstar’s commitment to making airfares affordable has proven to be very popular amongst Kiwis. Today Jetstar celebrates five million domestic passengers throughout New Zealand. More >>
National Community Awards - Good luck to Kaibosh Food Rescue
Friday, 22 March 2013, 3:06 pm | Wellington Airport Limited
Kaibosh Food Rescue, winner of the 2012 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards, is set to represent Wellington at the 2013 TrustPower National Community Awards this weekend. More >>
Wellington Airport questions Commission’s report
Friday, 8 February 2013, 10:33 am | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport is questioning some of the conclusions of the final Commerce Commission report issued today on its forecast airport charges. More >>
Wellington Airport disappointed with Council’s decision
Thursday, 20 December 2012, 12:12 pm | Wellington Airport Limited
MEDIA RELEASE 20 December 2012 Wellington Airport disappointed with Council’s decision Wellington Airport has every confidence that the NZTA have the right answer with the plans for the Basin Reserve flyover. “The NZTA have undertaken extensive and ... More >>
Targeted return in line with Commission guidelines
Friday, 2 November 2012, 11:25 am | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport are reviewing and evaluating the conclusions of a draft Commerce Commission report issued today on airport charging. The draft report found that the regulatory regime is working well in some areas, but the airport is questioning the ... More >>
Gollum dives into Wellington Airport’s terminal
Friday, 26 October 2012, 10:48 am | Wellington Airport Limited
A 13 metre long Gollum dove into Wellington Airport on Friday morning to catch fish swimming in the main terminal building. More >>
Airport celebrates Kaibosh and community volunteers
Friday, 19 October 2012, 10:55 am | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport, in association with Wellington Community Trust, awarded the Supreme Award for voluntary work in the community last night to Kaibosh Food Rescue at the 2012 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. More >>
Airport awards scholarships to five local college students
Friday, 19 October 2012, 10:42 am | Wellington Airport Limited
Wellington Airport has awarded the Wild at Heart Spirit Awards to five students from local colleges. The Spirit Awards recognise and celebrate students who believe in the importance of community and demonstrate self motivation in their service to ... More >>
