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August 11 - August 17

Cheapest

AKL - Wellington

$113

$69

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August 11 - August 18

Cheapest

AKL - Wellington

$113

$69

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September 1 - September 3

Cheapest

Best

AKL - Wellington

$118

$69

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July 28 - July 29

Earliest

AKL - Wellington

$122

$70

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August 5 - August 10

AKL - Wellington

$120

$70

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August 10 - August 12

Best

AKL - Wellington

$121

$70

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August 10 - August 13

AKL - Wellington

$120

$70

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August 5 - August 6

Best

AKL - Wellington

$123

$70

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August 14 - August 18

Best

AKL - Wellington

$120

$70

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August 17 - August 25

AKL - Wellington

$112

$70

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Insights for flights from Auckland to Wellington

For cheap flights from Auckland to Wellington, fares typically range from $89–$227, with a median of $134. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. About 7% of recent fares on this route have been classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Wellington, December stands out with a median fare of just $61. Following December, January offers a median fare of $88, and April presents a median of $96, making these months generally more affordable for this route.

A typical journey from Auckland to Wellington takes about 2h 15m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 480 km.

When flying from Auckland to Wellington, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Auckland to Wellington making up 82.5% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Wellington

Regular price: $89 - $216

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Auckland to Wellington typically range from $89 to $216. The current lowest deal is $69 with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 11-Aug 17.

now $69

Low $89

High $216

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Wellington is December, with a median price of $61. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $168. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $61

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $168

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Direct flights from Auckland to Wellington

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Wellington

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$134

$93

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$133

$94

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$112

$82

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$119

$81

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$121

$82

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Wellington

Auckland (AKL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$121

$93

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Wellington

10 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 12

$136 → $80

41%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

$123 → $70

43%

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

$123 → $70

43%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$122 → $70

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Wellington

Auckland - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Auckland to Wellington are above the typical level at $69.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Wellington, with a median price of $61.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights typically take 2h 15m.

The typical direct flight duration from Auckland to Wellington is 2h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

82.5% of recent deals for Auckland to Wellington are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route.

Jetstar is an airline that has offered direct flights from Auckland to Wellington.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Auckland to Wellington appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is a primary option for flights from Auckland to Wellington.

📍 ~25 km from Auckland city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Auckland to Wellington.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North is a practical alternative for Wellington travelers, accessible by a 2-hour drive or direct rail.

📍 ~100 km from Wellington (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$124

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast is the closest alternative airport, very convenient for northern Wellington suburbs.

📍 ~50 km from Wellington (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International is a major international gateway, often serving as a primary backup for Wellington.

📍 ~300 km from Wellington (requires ferry or separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport is an alternative for regional domestic travel if Palmerston North is unavailable.

📍 ~150 km from Wellington (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson is a major regional airport with good connectivity, useful if traveling further south.

📍 ~130 km from Wellington (requires Cook Strait crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$137

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Insights for flights from Auckland to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Wellington

Direct flights from Auckland to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Wellington

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Wellington

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Wellington

Auckland - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights typically take 2h 15m.

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

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