Wellington International Airport (WLG) July 2025 Operational Report

Flight Activity Overview

Total Departing Flights: 2,766

Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: −4.09%

In July 2025, Wellington International Airport handled 2,766 departures, a −4.09% year‑over‑year change as carriers adjusted capacity in the Southern Hemisphere winter. Demand on domestic trunk routes and trans‑Tasman markets remained steady, supporting the region’s connectivity.

On-Time Performance and Cancellations

Departure On-Time Performance: 83.80%

Year-over-Year Change in OTP: −3.44%

Cancelled Flights: 73

Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: −31.78%

Departure OTP reached 83.80% (−3.44% YoY), with variability driven by winter fronts and strong winds over Cook Strait that can affect runway operations. Cancelled departures totaled 73 (−31.78% YoY), limiting severe disruption; travelers saw mostly minor delays when weather and ATC flow programs were active.

Airlines Serving WLG

Service at Wellington International Airport is provided by a mix of full‑service and low‑cost airlines linking New Zealand’s main cities and key Australian gateways. The network emphasizes capital‑city connectivity with frequent domestic links and seasonal trans‑Tasman options.

Outlook

Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at the hub should remain broadly stable with departure OTP near current levels; afternoon wind shifts and weekend peaks may still cause pockets of delay. Passengers should favor morning departures, allow 60–90 minutes of buffer for security and connections on busy days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather alerts via the NextFly App.