How much are direct flights to Wellington?

On average, a one-way direct flight to Wellington will cost users approximately $740. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Wellington, you can expect to pay around $595.

Which airlines fly direct to Wellington?

At the moment, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar, Emirates offer direct flights to Wellington. Air New Zealand is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Wellington.

How long is a direct flight to Wellington?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Wellington to last approximately 3h 23m on average. The quickest direct flight to Wellington at this time departs from Sydney (3h 10m), while the longest leaves from Melbourne Airport (3h 40m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct to Wellington?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Wellington, May is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. March may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Wellington, when demand is typically at its lowest.

What is the most popular direct flight origin to Wellington?

Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Wellington is Sydney. A return direct flight from Sydney to Wellington typically costs around $558.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

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WLG

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Air New Zealand

Deal found 27/4$520

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Air New Zealand

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Air New Zealand

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Thu 11/6

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Thu 18/6

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$527

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SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Fri 19/6

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$532

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sun 24/5

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$550

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Fri 19/6

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$577

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sun 7/6

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$588

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sun 17/5

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

$605

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

15:55-17:45

Nonstop3h 50m

$617

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sun 12/7

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

$631

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SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

18:45-23:55

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Sun 24/5

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

$645

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sat 16/5

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

$661

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Wellington

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Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,568 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,568 reviews

Emirates

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,028 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

538 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,568 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

FAQ about direct flights to Wellington

How much are direct flights to Wellington?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Wellington will cost users approximately $740. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Wellington, you can expect to pay around $595.
Which airlines fly direct to Wellington?
At the moment, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar, Emirates offer direct flights to Wellington. Air New Zealand is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Wellington.
How long is a direct flight to Wellington?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Wellington to last approximately 3h 23m on average. The quickest direct flight to Wellington at this time departs from Sydney (3h 10m), while the longest leaves from Melbourne Airport (3h 40m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Wellington?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Wellington, May is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. March may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Wellington, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Wellington?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Wellington is Sydney. A return direct flight from Sydney to Wellington typically costs around $558.

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