How many flights from Dunedin to Wellington are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 41.6% of flights from Dunedin to Wellington were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct flights are available, a significant portion of the routes involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Dunedin to Wellington?

The typical direct flight from Dunedin to Wellington has a median duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes. This route covers a distance of 632 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 4 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Dunedin to Wellington?

Historically, good prices on flights from Dunedin to Wellington have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent deal availability. Travelers can often find favorable fares when searching for this particular journey, based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day period.

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2026-10-15 – 2026-10-18
DUD - Wellington
41% AI deal score
NZ$215
NZ$235
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DUD - Wellington
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NZ$215
NZ$237
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NZ$236
NZ$237
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NZ$215
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NZ$215
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Dunedin to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Dunedin to Wellington

For those looking for cheap flights from Dunedin to Wellington, the months of August, October, and September stand out as the most affordable times to fly, with median fares of just $73 for each. This makes these months significantly cheaper compared to the overall median for the route.

Fares for flights from Dunedin to Wellington typically range from $135–$221, with a median price of $173. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering direct flights from Dunedin to Wellington, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 41.6% of recent itineraries being direct. For the remaining flights that include connections, travelers can expect a typical journey with one stopover.

A typical journey from Dunedin to Wellington takes about 1h 15m for non-stop flights. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the median journey time extends to approximately 4h 40m. This difference is important to consider when planning your travel.

The distance between Dunedin and Wellington is 632 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times for direct itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Dunedin to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$170 - NZ$494

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

The regular price range for flights from Dunedin to Wellington is NZD 170 to NZD 494. The current lowest deal is NZD 235 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 15-Oct 18.

now NZ$235

Low NZ$170

High NZ$494

The cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from DUD to WLG is August, with a median price of $73. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $197. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$73

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$197

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dunedin to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Dunedin to Wellington

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$241

NZ$604

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$240

NZ$471

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

NZ$433

NZ$523

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$221

NZ$418

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$221

NZ$440

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$199

NZ$357

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

NZ$236 → NZ$235

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

NZ$384 → NZ$382

3 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 22

NZ$352 → NZ$360

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

NZ$422 → NZ$439

Popular Airports to fly from Dunedin to Wellington

Dunedin - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dunedin to Wellington are below the typical level at $173.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months are August, September, and October

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are August, September, and October, with a median of $73.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 15m

Direct flights from Dunedin to Wellington typically take 1h 15m, while connecting flights average 4h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.6% of recent flights are direct

41.6% of recent flights from Dunedin to Wellington are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct routes

Air New Zealand is a key airline offering direct flights on the Dunedin to Wellington route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dunedin to Wellington are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Dunedin main airports to depart from

Dunedin (DUD)

Cheapest

Dunedin Airport (DUD) is a convenient departure point for flights to Wellington.

📍 ~24 km from Dunedin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$237

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival point for those traveling to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$230

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~135 km from Wellington (approximately 2-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$418

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, the best time to book flights from Dunedin to Wellington is 60+ days before departure. Prices for this booking window average around $126. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees prices rise to about $216, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $243. Planning ahead by more than two months usually offers the most significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dunedin to Wellington is considered to be $135 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $173. Fares above $221 are typically in the higher range. These figures are based on pricing data observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, August, October, and September have offered the best prices for flights from Dunedin to Wellington, with a median price of $73 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $173. While August is listed as both a cheapest and most expensive month, this indicates variability within that month's pricing over the trailing 270 days.

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Dunedin to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Dunedin to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Dunedin to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$170 - NZ$494

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

The regular price range for flights from Dunedin to Wellington is NZD 170 to NZD 494. The current lowest deal is NZD 235 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 15-Oct 18.

now NZ$235

Low NZ$170

High NZ$494

The cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Wellington

August

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$73

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$197

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dunedin to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Dunedin to Wellington

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$241

NZ$604

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$240

NZ$471

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

NZ$433

NZ$523

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$221

NZ$418

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$221

NZ$440

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Wellington

Dunedin (DUD) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$199

NZ$357

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

NZ$236 → NZ$235

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

NZ$384 → NZ$382

3 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 22

NZ$352 → NZ$360

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

NZ$422 → NZ$439

Popular Airports to fly from Dunedin to Wellington