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August 1 - August 3

Cheapest

WLG - Dunedin

$124

$136

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September 11 - September 14

Best

WLG - Dunedin

$140

$137

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August 2 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$117

$139

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August 3 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$121

$139

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August 4 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$123

$139

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July 21 - August 8

Earliest

WLG - Dunedin

$110

$139

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August 5 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$124

$139

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July 28 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$108

$139

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July 29 - August 8

WLG - Dunedin

$110

$140

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August 4 - August 15

WLG - Dunedin

$107

$141

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Insights for flights from Wellington to Dunedin

A typical journey from Wellington to Dunedin takes about 2h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and itineraries with one or more stops. Given that a meaningful share of flights are non-stop, with the rest connecting once, you'll find a mix of travel times depending on your chosen itinerary.

For those seeking cheap flights from Wellington to Dunedin, fares are typically $111–$231, with a median of $156. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin? The most affordable months to fly are November, October, and September, all with a median fare of $74. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

The route from Wellington to Dunedin covers a distance of 632 kilometers, making it a short-haul flight. This distance is typically covered by flights within a few hours, contributing to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Dunedin

Regular price: $98 - $358

Prices for flights from Wellington to Dunedin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $98 and $358. The current lowest deal is $136 with Air New Zealand for travel from Aug 1-Aug 3.

now $136

Low $98

High $358

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to DUD is January, with a median price of $74. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $279. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Cheapest

Flights from $74

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $279

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Direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Dunedin

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$171

$319

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$172

$358

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$171

$335

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$245

$285

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$128

$227

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

$119

$322

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$140 → $137

5 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 17

$264 → $261

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$124 → $136

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$124 → $139

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

Wellington - Dunedin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Wellington to Dunedin are above the typical level, with a median price of $156.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the cheapest prices

Historically, November, October, and September are the cheapest months to fly to Dunedin.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 35m

The typical direct flight from Wellington to Dunedin takes 2 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

55.4% of deals are direct

55.4% of deals are for direct flights. Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand is a prominent airline for direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Wellington to Dunedin are frequent, with over 1 per day.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Dunedin.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Dunedin main airports to arrive at

Dunedin (DUD)

Cheapest

Dunedin Airport is ideal for direct access to Dunedin, offering convenient arrival for your trip.

📍 ~25 km from Dunedin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Dunedin used as alternative

Queenstown (ZQN)

Queenstown Airport offers significant domestic and trans-Tasman international capacity, providing a good balance of access.

📍 ~135 km from Dunedin (reachable by car, approximately 3 to 3.5 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$75

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is the primary international gateway for the South Island with an extensive route network.

📍 ~300 km from Dunedin (reachable by car, approximately 4.5 to 5 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$57

Invercargill (IVC)

Invercargill Airport is a regional option with straightforward road connections, useful for southern Otago/Southland travelers.

📍 ~170 km from Dunedin (reachable by car, approximately 2.5 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$257

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport is geographically closer than Christchurch for travelers heading north, with a small regional terminal.

📍 ~150 km from Dunedin (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$134

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dunedin

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Wellington to Dunedin are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $99. Booking 28-59 days out typically sees an average price of $144. For those booking closer to departure, flights within 0-6 days of travel have an average price of $248, while flights booked 7-13 days out average $220. Planning ahead by at least two months generally yields the most significant savings on this route.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Wellington to Dunedin is considered to be $111 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $156. Around 25% of all flights were priced at or below $111, indicating a strong deal. Prices can go up to $231 or more for the more expensive tickets.

Historically, the months of November, October, and September have offered the cheapest flights from Wellington to Dunedin, with a median price of $74 for each. This is significantly lower than the annual median price of $156 for this route. While November also appears as the most expensive month in some data, the median price for these three months consistently represents the lowest fares over a 270-day window. Travelers looking for the best value should consider flying during these periods.

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Insights for flights from Wellington to Dunedin

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Dunedin

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

Direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Dunedin

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

Wellington - Dunedin route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the cheapest prices

Direct flights take 2h 35m

55.4% of deals are direct

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Wellington main airports to depart from

Dunedin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dunedin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dunedin

Best Elite deals to Dunedin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dunedin

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