What percentage of Hamilton to Wellington flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 34.8% of flights from Hamilton to Wellington have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their itinerary and comparing flight options.

How long is the flight from Hamilton to Wellington?

The median direct flight time from Hamilton to Wellington is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. This route covers a distance of 387 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, typically around 11 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

Should I set a price alert for Hamilton to Wellington flights?

Based on historical trends over the trailing 30 days, deals for flights from Hamilton to Wellington are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, monitoring prices can help identify optimal booking times.

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Hamilton to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Hamilton to Wellington

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Hamilton to Wellington connect at least once, with only 34.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Hamilton to Wellington takes about 1h 15m, including connections. Non-stop flights also have a median duration of 1h 15m, while connecting flights typically take much longer, around 12h 50m.

The route from Hamilton to Wellington covers a distance of 387 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hamilton to Wellington? The most affordable months to fly are typically August, with a median fare of $68, followed by October at $70, and February with a median fare of $71.

Fares from Hamilton to Wellington typically range from $141–$544, with a median of $255. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. Approximately 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

How much is a round trip from Hamilton to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$183 - NZ$453

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

The regular price range for flights from Hamilton to Wellington is NZD 183 to NZD 453. The current lowest deal is NZD 233 with Air New Zealand for travel from Mar 13-Mar 19.

now NZ$233

Low NZ$183

High NZ$453

The cheapest time to fly from Hamilton to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from HLZ to WLG is October, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $659. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$70

May

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$659

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hamilton to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Hamilton to Wellington

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$357

NZ$704

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$284

NZ$467

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$203

NZ$233

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 8

NZ$229 → NZ$235

14 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 8

NZ$220 → NZ$233

30 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 24

NZ$219 → NZ$233

24 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 24

NZ$219 → NZ$233

Popular Airports to fly from Hamilton to Wellington

Hamilton - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Hamilton to Wellington are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August, October, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 15m

The median flight time for a direct flight is 1 hour 15 minutes to Wellington.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand provides direct flights, with connecting options also available for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has direct deals

Air New Zealand offers direct deals, making it a convenient option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Hamilton to Wellington are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Hamilton main airports to depart from

Hamilton (HLZ)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from Hamilton (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$225

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is the most convenient arrival airport for your trip to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$222

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 ~NZ$422

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Hamilton to Wellington is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $157. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise significantly to $652. Even booking 7-13 days out results in an average price of $200, which is higher than the 14-27 day window. Planning ahead by a few weeks can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Hamilton to Wellington is considered to be $141 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $255. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $544 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $141 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Hamilton to Wellington include August, with a median price of $68, and October, with a median price of $70. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $71. The annual median price for this route is $255, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider these months for their journeys.

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Hamilton to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Hamilton to Wellington

The route from Hamilton to Wellington covers a distance of 387 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Hamilton to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$183 - NZ$453

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

The regular price range for flights from Hamilton to Wellington is NZD 183 to NZD 453. The current lowest deal is NZD 233 with Air New Zealand for travel from Mar 13-Mar 19.

now NZ$233

Low NZ$183

High NZ$453

The cheapest time to fly from Hamilton to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from HLZ to WLG is October, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $659. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$70

May

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$659

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hamilton to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Hamilton to Wellington

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$357

NZ$704

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$284

NZ$467

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$195

NZ$233

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

HLZ - Wellington

Hamilton (HLZ) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$203

NZ$233

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 8

NZ$229 → NZ$235

14 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 8

NZ$220 → NZ$233

30 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 24

NZ$219 → NZ$233

24 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 24

NZ$219 → NZ$233

Popular Airports to fly from Hamilton to Wellington