What percentage of Napier to Wellington flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 24.7% of flights from Napier to Wellington were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Napier to Wellington?

The direct flight from Napier to Wellington typically takes 1 hour and 0 minutes. This route covers a distance of 271 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 3 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if considering options with layovers.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Napier to Wellington come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability for favorable prices. Travelers can often find good deals when searching for this particular journey. This consistent availability makes it easier to plan trips between these two cities.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Napier to Wellington

2026-09-01 – 2026-09-17
NPE - Wellington
71% AI deal score
NZ$339
NZ$211
Round trip
2027-01-03 – 2027-01-05
NPE - Wellington
43% AI deal score
NZ$231
NZ$213
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2026-08-22 – 2026-08-23
NPE - Wellington
47% AI deal score
NZ$274
NZ$215
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2027-01-03 – 2027-01-04
NPE - Wellington
42% AI deal score
NZ$231
NZ$215
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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-31
NPE - Wellington
39% AI deal score
NZ$218
NZ$222
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2027-01-21 – 2027-01-28
NPE - Wellington
45% AI deal score
NZ$252
NZ$222
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2026-10-30 – 2026-11-04
NPE - Wellington
42% AI deal score
NZ$241
NZ$222
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NPE - Wellington
39% AI deal score
NZ$218
NZ$222
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NPE - Wellington
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NZ$250
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Napier to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Napier to Wellington

Right now, fares for flights from Napier to Wellington are above the typical level. Historically, 15% of recent fares on this route have been classified as a good price. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Napier to Wellington, prices typically range from $183 to $324, with a median of $251.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Napier to Wellington? The most affordable months to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $64, followed closely by December and January, both with median fares of $65. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from Napier to Wellington takes approximately 4h 35m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 271 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, the total travel time accounts for layovers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 24.7% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

How much is a round trip from Napier to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$188 - NZ$654

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Napier to Wellington is NZD 188 to NZD 654. The current lowest deal is NZD 211 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 8-Oct 18.

now NZ$211

Low NZ$188

High NZ$654

The cheapest time to fly from Napier to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from NPE to WLG is February, with a median price of $64. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $282. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$64

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$282

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Direct flights from Napier to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Napier to Wellington

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$339

NZ$213

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$374

NZ$233

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$372

NZ$279

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$333

NZ$223

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$372

NZ$278

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

NPE - Wellington

Napier (NPE) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

NZ$372

NZ$257

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 17

NZ$374 → NZ$233

38%

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

NZ$372 → NZ$232

38%

16 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 17

NZ$339 → NZ$213

37%

7 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 21

NZ$372 → NZ$257

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Napier to Wellington

Napier - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Napier to Wellington are above the typical level, with a median price of $251.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $64.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 4h 35m

The median flight time from Napier to Wellington is 4h 35m, classifying it as a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 24.7% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand is a key airline providing direct flights on the Napier to Wellington route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Napier to Wellington are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Napier main airports to depart from

Hawke's Bay (NPE)

Cheapest

Fly from Hawke's Bay Airport for direct flights to Wellington, offering a convenient departure.

📍 Located ~6 km from Napier (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$120

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Napier to Wellington.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

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 (approximately 2-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$466

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Napier to Wellington is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $198. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $228, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $207. Prices tended to be higher further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $293.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Napier to Wellington is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $183. The median price for this route during the same period was $251. Prices exceeding $324 were observed in the higher range of fares. Travelers can use the $183 threshold as a benchmark for identifying favorable prices.

Historically, February, December, and January have been the months with the lowest median prices for flights from Napier to Wellington. February saw a median price of $64, while both December and January had a median price of $65. The annual median price for this route was $251, indicating that these months offer significantly lower fares. December also appeared as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability within that period.

Napier to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Napier to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Napier to Wellington

Regular price: NZ$188 - NZ$654

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Napier to Wellington is NZD 188 to NZD 654. The current lowest deal is NZD 211 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 8-Oct 18.

now NZ$211

Low NZ$188

High NZ$654

The cheapest time to fly from Napier to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from NPE to WLG is February, with a median price of $64. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $282. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$64

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$282

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