Are direct flights from Seattle to Wellington always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Seattle to Wellington flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Flying during off-peak seasons or mid-week days may result in lower fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking Seattle to Wellington flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-09
SEA - Wellington
74% AI deal score
$1,045
$1,039
Round trip
2026-11-04 – 2026-11-09
SEA - Wellington
75% AI deal score
$1,069
$1,041
Round trip
2026-11-03 – 2026-11-09
SEA - Wellington
74% AI deal score
$1,045
$1,046
Round trip
2026-10-23 – 2026-10-30
SEA - Wellington
78% AI deal score
$1,090
$1,048
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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-07
SEA - Wellington
74% AI deal score
$1,072
$1,066
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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-07
SEA - Wellington
74% AI deal score
$1,089
$1,073
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2026-11-07 – 2026-11-12
SEA - Wellington
73% AI deal score
$1,072
$1,120
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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-12
SEA - Wellington
72% AI deal score
$1,009
$1,122
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-12
SEA - Wellington
72% AI deal score
$1,017
$1,125
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2026-11-16 – 2026-12-03
SEA - Wellington
73% AI deal score
$1,016
$1,131
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Seattle to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Wellington

A typical journey from Seattle to Wellington takes about 28h 44m, including connections. This reflects the reality that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, often more, given the significant distance between the two cities. Travelers should anticipate a substantial amount of time in transit when planning this long-haul trip.

When looking for cheap flights from Seattle to Wellington, you'll find that fares typically range from $774–$1213, with a median of $926. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route, indicating a less favorable pricing environment. There are currently 0% of recent fares classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptional value may be challenging at present.

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Wellington is often in January, with a median fare of $716. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $721, and September, with a median fare of $730. These months tend to offer more competitive pricing compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries from Seattle to Wellington are connecting flights, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. This means you should expect your journey to include at least one stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which contributes to the extended overall travel time for this route. Given that deals are infrequent, setting up a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Wellington

Regular price: $969 - $1,696

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Wellington is typically between $969 and $1696. The current lowest deal is $1048 with QantasLink for travel from Oct 23-Oct 30.

now $1,048

Low $969

High $1,696

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Wellington is January, with a median price of $716. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1016. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $716

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,016

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Seattle to Wellington

Jetstar

Air New Zealand

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Wellington

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,355

$3,436

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,247

$3,560

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Air Canada, Fiji Airways

$1,176

$1,291

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,163

$2,877

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,131

$2,533

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,132

$2,537

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 30

$1,090 → $1,054

13 nights

Jan 17 - Jan 30

$1,126 → $1,248

11%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$1,090 → $1,255

15%

6 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 18

$1,101 → $1,565

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Seattle - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Seattle to Wellington are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices around $716.

Historically, January, October, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 28h 44m.

The median flight duration from Seattle to Wellington is 28 hours and 44 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers a recent deal for $1048.

A recent deal from QantasLink was found for $1048, departing October 23 and returning October 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Seattle to Wellington are historically rare.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Seattle to Wellington.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is the most convenient option for flights from Seattle to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,028

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,096

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

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Best Elite deals to Wellington

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From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

81% AI deal score

$7,756

$6,528

Save $1,228

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

81% AI deal score

$7,786

$6,538

Save $1,248

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

81% AI deal score

$7,771

$6,554

Save $1,217

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

81% AI deal score

$7,819

$6,564

Save $1,255

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

81% AI deal score

$7,989

$6,670

Save $1,319

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,501

$6,464

Save $1,037

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,511

$6,490

Save $1,021

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,511

$6,525

Save $986

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,511

$6,537

Save $974

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 11

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,533

$6,549

Save $984

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,511

$6,563

Save $948

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SEA

Elite

Dec 12

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,642

$6,575

Save $1,067

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides better prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over several weeks may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings might sometimes offer slight savings compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Seattle to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Wellington

Regular price: $969 - $1,696

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Wellington is typically between $969 and $1696. The current lowest deal is $1048 with QantasLink for travel from Oct 23-Oct 30.

now $1,048

Low $969

High $1,696

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Wellington

January

Cheapest

Flights from $716

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,016

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Seattle to Wellington

Jetstar

Air New Zealand

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Wellington

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,355

$3,436

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,247

$3,560

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Air Canada, Fiji Airways

$1,176

$1,291

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air New Zealand

$1,163

$2,877

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,131

$2,533

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Wellington

Seattle (SEA) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,132

$2,537

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 30

$1,090 → $1,054

13 nights

Jan 17 - Jan 30

$1,126 → $1,248

11%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$1,090 → $1,255

15%

6 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 18

$1,101 → $1,565

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Seattle - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Seattle to Wellington are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices around $716.

Historically, January, October, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 28h 44m.

The median flight duration from Seattle to Wellington is 28 hours and 44 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers a recent deal for $1048.

A recent deal from QantasLink was found for $1048, departing October 23 and returning October 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Seattle to Wellington are historically rare.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Seattle to Wellington.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is the most convenient option for flights from Seattle to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,028

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

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

Wellington, New Zealand

80% AI deal score

$7,642

$6,575

Save $1,067

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Cheap Flights from Seattle to Wellington

Today’s best flight deals from Seattle to Wellington

Seattle to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Direct flights from Seattle to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Wellington

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

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Seattle - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in January for prices around $716.

Flights typically take 28h 44m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

QantasLink offers a recent deal for $1048.

Deals for this route are rare.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 12

Dec 12

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

How can I find cheap flights from Seattle to Wellington?

When should I book flights from Seattle to Wellington?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Seattle to Wellington?

Are direct flights from Seattle to Wellington always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Seattle to Wellington flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Seattle to Wellington flights?

Related routes

More routes from Seattle

Flights to Wellington from other cities

Seattle to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Direct flights from Seattle to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Wellington

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

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Wellington

Seattle - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in January for prices around $716.

Flights typically take 28h 44m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

QantasLink offers a recent deal for $1048.

Deals for this route are rare.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 12

Dec 12

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 12

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

How can I find cheap flights from Seattle to Wellington?

When should I book flights from Seattle to Wellington?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Seattle to Wellington?