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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 55.7% of flights from Wellington to Dunedin were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This indicates that a majority of travelers on this route can expect to find direct flight options. However, connecting flights are also a common alternative, usually involving a single stop.

How long does it take to fly from Wellington to Dunedin?

The typical direct flight from Wellington to Dunedin has a median duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 632 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as non-stop options offer a significantly shorter travel experience.

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

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, deals for flights from Wellington to Dunedin are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and new offers appear regularly for this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture these frequent deals as they emerge. Given the consistent availability of deals, an alert can help you secure a favorable price.

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Wellington to Dunedin: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Dunedin

A typical journey from Wellington to Dunedin takes about 1h 20m, including itineraries with connections. While a meaningful share of flights on this route are non-stop, the overall median journey time accounts for the fact that some travelers will have a layover. For connecting itineraries, the median flight time extends to 5h 15m.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Wellington to Dunedin, prices right now are below the typical level. Over a 90-day window, fares typically range from $111–$226, with a median of $150. Right now, a very small share of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin, November, October, and September stand out as the most affordable months. During these months, the median fare is consistently around $74, offering a significant saving compared to the overall median.

Regarding direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin, 55.7% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the remaining flights typically include one stopover. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find suitable options.

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

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Dunedin

Regular price: NZ$168 - NZ$626

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

The regular price range for this route is NZD168 to NZD626. The current lowest deal is NZD273 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 15-Oct 19.

now NZ$273

Low NZ$168

High NZ$626

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to DUD is January, with a median price of $74. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $243. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$74

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$243

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Dunedin

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$158

NZ$245

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$158

NZ$245

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$160

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Dec 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$239

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Jan 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$192

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Jan 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$191

NZ$245

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 15

NZ$250 → NZ$245

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

NZ$240 → NZ$245

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

NZ$239 → NZ$245

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

NZ$237 → NZ$245

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

Wellington - Dunedin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September, October, or November for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are September, October, and November, with median prices around $74.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 20m

Direct flights typically take 1 hour 20 minutes, while connecting flights average 5 hours 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand operates direct flights on this route, with 55.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand is a key carrier on this route

Air New Zealand is a prominent airline for direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$230

Dunedin main airports to arrive at

Dunedin (DUD)

Cheapest

Dunedin Airport is ideal for reaching Dunedin, offering the cheapest flights from Wellington.

📍 ~24 km from Dunedin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$230

Airports nearby Dunedin used as alternative

Christchurch International (CHC)

Christchurch International offers significantly more flight frequencies and destinations, serving as a primary international gateway.

📍 ~360 km from Dunedin (approximately 4.5 to 5 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$135

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dunedin

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Wellington to Dunedin are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $99. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date. For example, flights booked 28-59 days out average around $144, while those booked 0-6 days before departure typically cost about $248. This trend suggests that planning ahead can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Wellington to Dunedin is considered to be $111 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $150. Prices can vary, with about 75% of observed fares falling below $226. Aiming for a price at or below $111 would put your fare in the more economical range for this route.

Historically, the months of September, October, and November have offered the cheapest flights from Wellington to Dunedin, with a median price of $74 for each of these months. This is considerably lower than the annual median price for the route, which stands at $150. While November is also listed as the most expensive month, this indicates potential price fluctuations within that specific month, but overall, these three months have shown the lowest median fares over a 270-day window.

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Wellington to Dunedin: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Dunedin

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Dunedin

Regular price: NZ$168 - NZ$626

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

The regular price range for this route is NZD168 to NZD626. The current lowest deal is NZD273 with Air New Zealand for travel from Oct 15-Oct 19.

now NZ$273

Low NZ$168

High NZ$626

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Dunedin

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to DUD is January, with a median price of $74. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $243. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$74

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$243

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Dunedin

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Dunedin

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$158

NZ$245

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$158

NZ$245

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$160

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Dec 13

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$239

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Jan 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$192

NZ$245

One-way

Sun, Jan 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Dunedin

Wellington (WLG) - Dunedin (DUD)

Air New Zealand

NZ$191

NZ$245

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 15

NZ$250 → NZ$245

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

NZ$240 → NZ$245

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

NZ$239 → NZ$245

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

NZ$237 → NZ$245

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Dunedin