Can I fly direct from Sydney to Wellington?

Yes, direct flights from Sydney to Wellington are available. Historically, approximately 37.6% of all flights on this route were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This means that while direct options are common, many routes involve a single stop.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

The direct flight from Sydney to Wellington typically takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 2228 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 10 hours and 15 minutes. This difference highlights the time-saving benefit of choosing a direct route when available.

How often do Sydney to Wellington flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Sydney to Wellington route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more affordable fares. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for those looking to take advantage of these frequent fluctuations.

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2027-02-17 – 2027-02-24
SYD - Wellington
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Sydney to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Wellington

Most itineraries from Sydney to Wellington connect at least once, with only 37.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter itineraries that include a layover.

When searching for cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington, right now fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $387–$664, with a median of $477. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington, the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $286. Following closely are November, with a median of $296, and January, with a median of $301.

A typical journey from Sydney to Wellington takes 3h 10m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 3h 10m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median journey time of 10h 50m.

The distance between Sydney and Wellington is 2228 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that is longer than short-haul but shorter than long-haul international travel.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Wellington

Regular price: A$846 - A$1,686

Prices for flights from Sydney to Wellington are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Sydney to Wellington typically range from AUD 846 to AUD 1686. The current lowest deal is AUD 514 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 24.

now A$514

Low A$846

High A$1,686

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington is November, with a median price of 302 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 618 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$302

May

Most Expensive

Flights from A$618

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Wellington

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$1,012

A$748

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$931

A$674

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$793

A$603

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$618

A$575

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar, Air New Zealand

A$584

A$559

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$631

A$603

One-way

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

1 night

Feb 26 - Feb 27

A$1,298 → A$603

54%

3 nights

Feb 25 - Feb 28

A$1,304 → A$677

48%

7 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 24

A$1,120 → A$514

54%

4 nights

Feb 18 - Feb 22

A$1,133 → A$574

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Wellington are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February, November, and January offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February ($286), November ($296), and January ($301) show the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 10m; connecting flights average 10h 50m

The median flight time is 3h 10m for direct routes and 10h 50m for connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

37.6% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 37.6% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand provides direct flight options for the Sydney to Wellington route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Wellington are frequently available, appearing often within 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Wellington, offering a good balance of price and location.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$535

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Sydney to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$535

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North Airport is a major regional hub on the same island, offering a reliable alternative for domestic connections.

📍 ~135 km from Wellington (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$681

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

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From SYD

Elite

Nov 03

Wellington, New Zealand

82% AI deal score

$1,690

$1,029

Save $661

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Oct 30

Wellington, New Zealand

82% AI deal score

$1,759

$1,029

Save $730

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Aug 28

Wellington, New Zealand

75% AI deal score

$1,875

$1,475

Save $400

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Feb 24

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,382

$1,162

Save $220

QantasLink

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 29

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,326

$1,171

Save $155

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 29

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,356

$1,171

Save $185

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 31

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,371

$1,171

Save $200

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 31

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,328

$1,175

Save $153

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 31

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,358

$1,175

Save $183

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 30

Wellington, New Zealand

73% AI deal score

$1,358

$1,190

Save $168

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 29

Wellington, New Zealand

72% AI deal score

$1,277

$1,171

Save $106

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 31

Wellington, New Zealand

72% AI deal score

$1,292

$1,171

Save $121

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Sydney to Wellington are typically found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $443. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices rise to an average of $692. Even booking 60+ days out resulted in a slightly higher average price of $481, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is closer to the departure date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Wellington was considered to be around $387 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $477. Prices could go as high as $664 or more for the upper quartile of fares, so aiming for a price below the median is generally advisable for savings.

Historically, February has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Wellington, with a median price of $286. November also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $296. The annual median price for this route was $477, indicating that these months typically offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Sydney to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Wellington

Regular price: A$846 - A$1,686

Prices for flights from Sydney to Wellington are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Sydney to Wellington typically range from AUD 846 to AUD 1686. The current lowest deal is AUD 514 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 24.

now A$514

Low A$846

High A$1,686

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$302

May

Most Expensive

Flights from A$618

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Wellington

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$1,012

A$748

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$931

A$674

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$793

A$603

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$618

A$575

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar, Air New Zealand

A$584

A$559

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Wellington

Sydney (SYD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$631

A$603

One-way

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

1 night

Feb 26 - Feb 27

A$1,298 → A$603

54%

3 nights

Feb 25 - Feb 28

A$1,304 → A$677

48%

7 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 24

A$1,120 → A$514

54%

4 nights

Feb 18 - Feb 22

A$1,133 → A$574

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Wellington are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February, November, and January offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February ($286), November ($296), and January ($301) show the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 10m; connecting flights average 10h 50m

The median flight time is 3h 10m for direct routes and 10h 50m for connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

37.6% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 37.6% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand provides direct flight options for the Sydney to Wellington route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Wellington are frequently available, appearing often within 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Wellington, offering a good balance of price and location.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$535

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Sydney to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$535

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North Airport is a major regional hub on the same island, offering a reliable alternative for domestic connections.

Wellington, New Zealand

72% AI deal score

$1,292

$1,171

Save $121

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Wellington

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Direct flights from Sydney to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Wellington

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

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February, November, and January offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 3h 10m; connecting flights average 10h 50m

37.6% of recent flights are direct

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

Nov 03

Oct 30

Aug 28

Feb 24

Jan 29

Jan 29

Jan 31

Jan 31

Jan 31

Jan 30

Jan 29

Jan 31

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

How early should I book Sydney to Wellington flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Sydney to Wellington?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington?

Can I fly direct from Sydney to Wellington?

How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

How often do Sydney to Wellington flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Sydney

Flights to Wellington from other cities

Sydney to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Direct flights from Sydney to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Wellington

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

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February, November, and January offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights take 3h 10m; connecting flights average 10h 50m

37.6% of recent flights are direct

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

Nov 03

Oct 30

Aug 28

Feb 24

Jan 29

Jan 29

Jan 31

Jan 31

Jan 31

Jan 30

Jan 29

Jan 31

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

How early should I book Sydney to Wellington flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Sydney to Wellington?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington?