Which airlines fly to Wellington?

There may be other airlines that fly to Wellington from Australia, but the most popular among our users are Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Emirates. These airlines should offer flights to Wellington on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in Australia.

Emirates Flights to Wellington

Emirates operates around 37 flights into Wellington in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Auckland Intl, with the best return Emirates deal found being $293 (Adelaide to Wellington). Users have rated Emirates 8.1/10 in over 3,400 reviews on momondo.

Air New Zealand Flights to Wellington

Another popular choice for flights to Wellington is Air New Zealand (8.0/10, 521 reviews). Most Air New Zealand flights landing in Wellington will be arriving from Christchurch, but there are 91 Air New Zealand flights to Wellington from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Air New Zealand deal found on momondo this week was $388 (Adelaide to Wellington, return).

How long does it take to fly to Wellington?

The average flight duration from Australia to Wellington depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington is 3h 10m on average, while flying from Melbourne to Wellington is 3h 30m on average. Wellington is the most popular airport in Wellington.

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08:30 - 14:50OOL-WLG

3h 20mdirect

16:40 - 17:20WLG-OOL

3h 40mdirect

$351Jetstar

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Fri, 23 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

08:40 - 20:30OOL-WLG

8h 50m1 stop

16:40 - 17:20WLG-OOL

3h 40mdirect

$417Jetstar

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Fri, 23 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

08:30 - 14:50OOL-WLG

3h 20mdirect

15:55 - 16:30WLG-OOL

3h 35mdirect

$467Jetstar

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Sun, 30 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

18:50 - 00:05SYD-WLG

3h 15mdirect

16:05 - 07:50WLG-SYD

17h 45m1 stop

$489Air New Zealand

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Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb

07:45 - 18:15SYD-WLG

8h 30m1 stop

15:55 - 17:40WLG-SYD

3h 45mdirect

$498Air New Zealand

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Mon, 26 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

09:40 - 14:50SYD-WLG

3h 10mdirect

16:00 - 17:40WLG-SYD

3h 40mdirect

$515Qantas Airways

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Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

13:30 - 19:05MEL-WLG

3h 35mdirect

14:35 - 16:35WLG-MEL

4h 00mdirect

$521Qantas Airways

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Fri, 17 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

08:10 - 14:45BNE-WLG

3h 35mdirect

15:55 - 17:00WLG-BNE

4h 05mdirect

$559Virgin Australia

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Thu, 26 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

08:00 - 13:30MEL-WLG

3h 30mdirect

14:35 - 16:35WLG-MEL

4h 00mdirect

$761Emirates

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

12:35 - 23:50ADL-WLG

8h 45m1 stop

16:00 - 22:30WLG-ADL

9h 00m1 stop

$897Emirates

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CoolangattaWellington

OOL - WLG

OOLWLG

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 23/1

08:30-14:50

Nonstop3h 20m

Wellington

Mon 26/1

16:40-17:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$351

CoolangattaWellington

OOL - WLG

OOLWLG

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 23/1

08:40-20:30

1 stop8h 50m

Wellington

Mon 26/1

16:40-17:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$417

CoolangattaWellington

OOL - WLG

OOLWLG

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 30/11

08:30-14:50

Nonstop3h 20m

Wellington

Fri 5/12

15:55-16:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$467

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/2

18:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sat 14/2

16:05-07:50

1 stop17h 45m

$489

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

07:45-18:15

1 stop8h 30m

Wellington

Fri 6/2

15:55-17:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$498

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

09:40-14:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Mon 23/3

16:00-17:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$515

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

13:30-19:05

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Tue 28/4

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$521

BrisbaneWellington

BNE - WLG

BNEWLG

Brisbane

Thu 26/3

08:10-14:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Mon 30/3

15:55-17:00

Nonstop4h 05m

$559

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Sun 7/12

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$761

AdelaideWellington

ADL - WLG

ADLWLG

Adelaide

Mon 15/12

12:35-23:50

1 stop8h 45m

Wellington

Thu 25/12

16:00-22:30

1 stop9h 00m

$897

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The cheapest month to fly to Wellington from Australia is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $562, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Wellington, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $571.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Wellington from Australia is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $636. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Wellington is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $680.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

Flying to Wellington from Australia in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $639 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $869. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Wellington from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Wellington for around $636 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Wellington from Australia for as low as $553 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM SYDNEY	May	12% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Wellington costs on average just $562 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM SYDNEY	December	22% more expensive	It costs about $781 for flights to Wellington from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM SYDNEY	December	405% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Wellington from Sydney in December than any other month

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Summary info about Wellington flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$252
Best Round-Trip Price	$351
Fastest flight time	3h 15m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Wellington from Australia in the last 72 hours is $252 (Coolangatta Gold Coast to Wellington).

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The best round-trip flight price to Wellington from Australia in the last 72 hours is $351 (Coolangatta Gold Coast to Wellington).

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The fastest flight to Wellington from Australia takes 3h 15m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Wellington, with a 6% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Wellington

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

The best time to book a flight to Wellington from Australia is 78 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $636.

Is there an alternative airport near Wellington?

Those flying to Wellington could potentially find better pricing at Paraparaumu Airport (46 km from Wellington city centre), Picton Koromiko Airport (69 km from Wellington city centre), Blenheim Airport (80 km from Wellington city centre), Palmerston North Airport (129 km from Wellington city centre) or Nelson Airport (129 km from Wellington city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Wellington Airport?

Prices for flights to Wellington Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Wellington Airport?

The number of operators available for flights to Wellington Airport is 5 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Wellington Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Wellington Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Wellington Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wellington Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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