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Cheap Flights to Wellington

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Wellington that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Wellington

Tue, 12 Aug - Thu, 14 Aug
Jetstar Logo
12:30 - 13:35AKL-WLG
1h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:40 - 08:45WLG-AKL
1h 05mdirect
$115Jetstar
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Mon, 18 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug
Jetstar Logo
19:30 - 20:35AKL-WLG
1h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:40 - 08:45WLG-AKL
1h 05mdirect
$117Jetstar
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Mon, 29 Dec - Wed, 14 Jan
Jetstar Logo
07:30 - 08:35AKL-WLG
1h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
13:10 - 14:15WLG-AKL
1h 05mdirect
$119Jetstar
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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
Jetstar Logo
18:10 - 19:00CHC-WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:15 - 09:05WLG-CHC
0h 50mdirect
$119Jetstar
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Sounds Air Logo
20:25 - 21:10NSN-WLG
0h 45mdirect
Sounds Air Logo
08:05 - 08:55WLG-NSN
0h 50mdirect
$129Sounds Air
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Sounds Air Logo
20:25 - 21:10NSN-WLG
0h 45mdirect
Sounds Air Logo
20:00 - 20:50WLG-NSN
0h 50mdirect
$130Sounds Air
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
17:05 - 18:05NPE-WLG
1h 00mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
08:50 - 09:50WLG-NPE
1h 00mdirect
$171Air New Zealand
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 15:10HLZ-WLG
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
13:40 - 14:55WLG-HLZ
1h 15mdirect
$178Air New Zealand
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Fri, 22 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
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10:00 - 11:15ZQN-WLG
1h 15mdirect
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09:15 - 10:40WLG-ZQN
1h 25mdirect
Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
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10:25 - 14:05ZQN-WLG
3h 40m1 stop
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08:25 - 09:50WLG-ZQN
1h 25mdirect
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Wellington

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Wellington to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Wellington?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Wellington was found on the route from Auckland, at $195 return. The most popular connection is from Christchurch to Wellington and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $119 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Wellington?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Wellington from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Wellington costs $201 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $55 and departed from Auckland. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Auckland to Wellington which costs $148 on average, and Christchurch to Wellington, which costs $223 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Wellington, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Wellington is May, where tickets cost $122 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of tickets from New Zealand is $196 and $195 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is May with an average price of $122.

What is a good deal for flights to Wellington?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Wellington, 25% of our users found tickets to Wellington for the following prices or less: From Auckland $121 return, from Queenstown $138 return, from Nelson $209 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Wellington, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Wellington Plane Tickets

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$56
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flight from Auckland to Wellington

When to book flights to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Wellington based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Wellington flights

  • Where do I pick up my rental car at Wellington Airport?

    The offices of car rental agencies are located on the Ground Floor of the terminal, directly next to the domestic baggage claim. You can choose from a range of major global companies such as Europcar, Budget, Thrifty and Avis. It is recommended that you reserve your rental car online before arriving, as this will speed up the process when you land.

  • Are there any hotels at Wellington Airport?

    Unfortunately, there are no hotels located within the grounds of Wellington Airport, however Airport Motor Lodge is located only 650 m away, and provides free shuttles from 07:30 until early in the morning. The most affordable room is the Lite Studio which has a queen size bed and private ensuite bathroom. Booking this room or any other in the hotel will give you access to cable television and complimentary cooked breakfast.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Wellington?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Wellington was found on the route from Auckland, at $195 return. The most popular connection is from Christchurch to Wellington and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $119 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Wellington Airport from central Wellington?

    The city centre of Wellington is 5 km from Wellington.

  • What is the name of Wellington’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Wellington, called Wellington Airport (WLG). It can also be referred to as Wellington or Wellington Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Wellington?

    On average, a flight to Wellington costs $201. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $55 and departed from Auckland Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Wellington?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Wellington is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $221. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $304 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Wellington?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Wellington.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Wellington?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Wellington is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Wellington?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Wellington with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Wellington?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Wellington up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Wellington?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Wellington is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $95 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Wellington is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $129.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Wellington

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Wellington? 25% of our users found return tickets to Wellington for the following prices or less: From Napier $223, from Gisborne $246, from Timaru $320
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Wellington flight deals.
  • For those travelling with young children, a Parent’s Room is located on Level 1 of Wellington Airport (WLG) so that you can care for your child in private once you disembark. The room is equipped with a changing table, nappy disposal facilities and toilets.
  • The Airport Flyer provides an express bus service which links Wellington Airport to the city. The bus takes passengers to Wellington Railway Station in the heart of the city in roughly 25 min and costs NZ$ 12. To reach the bus station at the airport, turn right after you have collected your baggage and head outside to see the designated Airport Flyer pick up area.
  • All airports operating from Wellington Airport provide accessibility services to aid people with reduced mobility off the plane. Disabled car parking spaces are conveniently located on Level 1 of the P120 Express parking bay, which has direct ramp access from the airport terminal.

Prefer to fly direct to Wellington?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Wellington.
Find which airlines fly direct to Wellington Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Zealand to Wellington

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air India, +23 more

ANA, Air China, +24 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

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Direct returns

Wellington to New Zealand

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air India, +23 more

ANA, Air China, +24 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying to Wellington

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Wellington. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from New Zealand to Wellington. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Wellington? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 501 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.2Boarding
7.3Food
8.5Crew
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Jul 2025AKL - SFO
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Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Our original flight was cancelled from SFO to AKL on 6/16/25. So we had to stay overnight at a hotel after a 12-hour layover plus 3-hour delay before the cancellation. Then had to fly to LA and then to AKL the following day losing an entire day of our vacation in NZ, that we can never get back.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

Full flight. Flight attendants were harried. Otherwise, fine for the typical cramped seating conditions in coach.

Great! Flight was delayed by 30 mins but all was great. Thanks.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

stuck in the aircraft for over three hours due to engineering work, significantly delayed and made a lot of passengers missed the connecting transport, no mention any compensation

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

Jetsatar refused to take my foldable stroller in the plane, despite following all the rules on dimensions and packaging. Similar thing happened on our previous fight. However, at that instance, they offered to check in the stroller. At this fight, the staff was rude, trying to rush us to board the flight. They made excuses that the stroller was not allowed and even offer to leave it behind and ship it back at our own cost. Fortunately, we had someone else attending. Since the flight was about to take off, they left it behind and send it back to us on the next available flight.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

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