What percentage of Gisborne to Wellington flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, 28.4% of flights from Gisborne to Wellington were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How many hours is the flight from Gisborne to Wellington?

The direct flight from Gisborne to Wellington typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 401 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 4 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey. Travelers should factor in these durations when choosing their preferred flight option.

How often do cheap flights from Gisborne to Wellington come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Gisborne to Wellington come up frequently. This route is classified as one where deals appear with regularity. Travelers can often find favorable prices when planning their trips between these two cities. This consistent availability makes it easier for passengers to secure good value for their flights.

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2026-11-23 – 2026-11-30
GIS - Wellington
39% AI deal score
NZ$203
NZ$223
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2027-01-13 – 2027-01-28
GIS - Wellington
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NZ$224
NZ$223
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GIS - Wellington
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NZ$212
NZ$235
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NZ$214
NZ$235
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GIS - Wellington
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NZ$211
NZ$235
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GIS - Wellington
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NZ$210
NZ$235
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2027-01-20 – 2027-01-28
GIS - Wellington
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NZ$235
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GIS - Wellington
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NZ$224
NZ$235
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Gisborne to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Gisborne to Wellington

A typical journey from Gisborne to Wellington, including connections, takes about 1h 20m. This duration accounts for all recent itineraries, not just non-stop options. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time extends to 4h 50m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 401 kilometers.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Gisborne to Wellington, prices typically range from $153–$311, with a median fare of $228. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require flexibility or advance planning.

The cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Wellington is often during November, January, and February, when median fares are around $138. These months present the most favorable pricing for this route, offering a notable reduction compared to the overall median. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

Most itineraries from Gisborne to Wellington involve at least one connection, with only 28.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For those flights that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Gisborne to Wellington are available, you are more likely to find itineraries that include a layover.

How much is a round trip from Gisborne to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$168 - NZ$496

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

The regular price range for flights from Gisborne to Wellington is between 168 NZD and 496 NZD. The current lowest deal is 223 NZD with Air New Zealand for travel from Nov 23-Nov 30.

now NZ$223

Low NZ$168

High NZ$496

The cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from Gisborne to Wellington is March, with a median price of $136. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $310. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$136

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$310

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gisborne to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Gisborne to Wellington

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$264

NZ$612

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$412

NZ$638

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$244

NZ$464

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$241

NZ$362

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$284

NZ$268

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$300

NZ$273

One-way

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

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

NZ$247 → NZ$225

7 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 25

NZ$243 → NZ$225

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

NZ$243 → NZ$225

6 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 25

NZ$246 → NZ$235

Popular Airports to fly from Gisborne to Wellington

Gisborne - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Gisborne to Wellington are above the typical level at $223.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $136.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m.

The typical direct flight from Gisborne to Wellington takes 1h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Only 28.4% of recent flights from Gisborne to Wellington are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand provides direct flights from Gisborne to Wellington.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Historically, flight deals on this route are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Gisborne main airports to depart from

Gisborne (GIS)

Cheapest

Gisborne Airport is a convenient choice for direct flights from Gisborne to Wellington.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$220

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is ideal for reaching Wellington and exploring the surrounding region.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$220

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, approximately 2-hour drive).

💸 Flights from ~NZ$466

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, booking flights from Gisborne to Wellington 60+ days in advance has yielded the cheapest prices, with an average of $183. Prices tend to fluctuate, with flights booked 14-27 days out averaging $207. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $287. This trend suggests that planning well ahead can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Gisborne to Wellington is considered to be around $153. The median price for this route during the same period was $228. Prices can vary, with 75% of flights historically costing $311 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $153 threshold.

Historically, November, January, and February have been the best months to fly from Gisborne to Wellington, all showing a median price of $138. The annual median price for this route across a 270-day window is $228. While November appears multiple times, it is also listed as the most expensive month at a median of $138, indicating price consistency during these periods. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider these months for their journey.

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Gisborne to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Gisborne to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Gisborne to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$168 - NZ$496

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

The regular price range for flights from Gisborne to Wellington is between 168 NZD and 496 NZD. The current lowest deal is 223 NZD with Air New Zealand for travel from Nov 23-Nov 30.

now NZ$223

Low NZ$168

High NZ$496

The cheapest time to fly from Gisborne to Wellington

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$136

September

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$310

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gisborne to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Gisborne to Wellington

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$264

NZ$612

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$412

NZ$638

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$244

NZ$464

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$241

NZ$362

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$284

NZ$268

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

GIS - Wellington

Gisborne (GIS) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$300

NZ$273

One-way

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

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

NZ$247 → NZ$225

7 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 25

NZ$243 → NZ$225

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

NZ$243 → NZ$225

6 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 25

NZ$246 → NZ$235

Popular Airports to fly from Gisborne to Wellington