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Cheap flights from Auckland to Wellington from $57

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — WLG
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Wellington are usually found in June or February, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$111

One-way from

$59

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$205
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/1-13/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Auckland to Wellington
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Auckland to Wellington
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Wed 25/1219:25AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Thu 26/1221:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$168
Tue 24/1206:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1208:20WLG - AKL
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$390
Tue 24/1206:40AKL - WLG
1 stop12h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 25/1208:20WLG - AKL
1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$703

Find flights from Auckland to Wellington within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Wellington that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Wellington

Mon 13/1

12:10-13:15

Nonstop1h 05m

$111

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Wellington

Mon 13/1

08:45-09:50

Nonstop1h 05m

$154

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

14:10-15:20

Nonstop1h 10m

Wellington

Fri 2/5

21:10-22:15

Nonstop1h 05m

$163

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/1

07:00-15:20

1 stop8h 20m

Wellington

Mon 13/1

06:00-00:45

2 stops18h 45m

$2,379

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$57

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/3

20:55-07:15

1 stop10h 20m

$158

AucklandWellington

AKL - WLG

AKLWLG

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/1

15:35-08:00

1 stop16h 25m

$206

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Deals found on 17/12

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Wellington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wellington from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Wellington

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Auckland to Wellington including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Wellington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to Wellington. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Wellington?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Wellington (average of $91). Flying from Auckland to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $120). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Wellington in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Wellington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Wellington flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Wellington

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Wellington. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from AKL to WLG are scheduled on a Tuesday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

Rainfall in Wellington by month

Plan your trip to Wellington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches 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.

Temperature in Wellington by month

Plan your trip to Wellington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Wellington. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Wellington have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

6.6
Okay
485 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Auckland to Wellington Travel Guide

Cheap, short and frequent – a flight from Auckland to Wellington is one of the easiest domestic journeys in New Zealand. That’s because you’re only hopping to the south edge of North Island.

The spectacular scenery and small-town feel of the capital reel in almost 1.5 million New Zealanders every year. It’s also home to hilly Victorian neighbourhoods and iconic cable cars, along with a breezy waterfront and peninsula lighthouses.

National Geographic Traveller recently named Wellington as a city to watch. That’s easy to do – Wellington is extremely easy on the eye, plus cheap flights from Auckland to Wellington are easy to come by. A walkable centre of galleries, craft beer hangouts and trendy coffee shops hugs the harbour. And it’s all watched over by hilly suburbs stacked with colourful Victorian houses. With its compact layout and easy-going nature, you’ll soon forget that you’re exploring a capital city. Fancy a bird’s eye view? Hop aboard the scarlet cable car to Wellington Botanic Gardens or scale Mt Victoria Lookout.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Wellington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Wellington?

    Not long – just 1 hour 5 minutes direct.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Auckland to Wellington?

    Air New Zealand and Jetstar offer direct Auckland to Wellington flights. You could also travel with Qantas Airways, but the flight is indirect.

  • How frequent are flights between Auckland and Wellington?

    There are over 16 direct flights a day, so they depart almost every hour.

  • Which airports serve Auckland and Wellington?

    All flights from Auckland to Wellington take off from Auckland Airport and land in Wellington International Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Auckland and Wellington is cheapest?

    It’s usually cheapest to hop on Auckland to Wellington flights that jet off in the early morning.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Wellington?

    If you wish to fly to Wellington from Auckland, then you need to book flights from Auckland Intl to Wellington. There are 62 flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Wellington (WLG) per day to choose from. Flights to Wellington from Auckland Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from Auckland to Wellington typically takes.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Wellington flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Wellington round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $111, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Wellington.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Emirates. Users have found that Jetstar is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Wellington one-way?

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Emirates, with prices starting from $191 and $1,192, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Wellington?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Wellington on time: Virgin Atlantic (98%), United Airlines (95%), Turkish Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Wellington?

    While on average a flight from Auckland to Wellington is generally $166, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $48. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Wellington), you can expect to pay $99 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Wellington that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Wellington flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Wellington?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Wellington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Wellington by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Wellington?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Wellington (average of $91). Flying from Auckland to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $120). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Auckland to Wellington?

    When looking at the most sustainable travel between Auckland and Wellington, one of the best airlines to choose from is Air New Zealand. They're committed to eco-friendly travel with a Sustainability Framework that is directly aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. They've also incorporated a Sustainability Advisory Panel with well-educated members who meet at least twice a year. Jetstar is another eco-friendly option for flights to Wellington from Auckland. Jetstar has committed to reducing its carbon footprint through the use of a Fly Carbon Neutral program that is designed to provide 100% of the contributions to purchase a variety of offsets bought from verified carbon offset projects from Australia and other parts of the world. Jetstar has also committed to reducing the amount of waste being sent to the landfill.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Auckland to Wellington?

    When thinking about ways to fly more sustainably to Wellington from Auckland, there are a range of things to keep in mind to reduce your carbon footprint. To start with, you'll want to fly during the daytime as this has proved to emit fewer carbon emissions. If you fly Business or First class, the carbon emissions tend to be up to four times higher than if you chose an Economy Class ticket. Low-cost airlines like Jetstar, with lighter planes and fewer ticket types are also a good option. Flying direct rather than taking flights with stopovers will also aid your sustainable travel. By avoiding additional stopovers, you'll remove the extra emissions that come with landing and take-off from your stopover destination. Packing lightly helps reduce emissions too, so consider lighter and less baggage to play your part.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Wellington

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$104Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$161Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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