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

Direct flights are often convenient as they save time and avoid layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical, especially if you are flexible with your schedule. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities regarding cost versus travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to Invercargill flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding cheaper flights. Prices often vary depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to notable savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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Wellington to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Wellington to Invercargill connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you will almost certainly have at least one stop on your journey.

Right now, fares to Invercargill typically range from $157–$285, with a median of $223. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Invercargill, the data shows that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $151. August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $154, followed by October at $157.

A typical journey from Wellington to Invercargill takes 5h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Invercargill

Regular price: NZ$296 - NZ$599

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

Regular prices for this route typically range from NZD296 to NZD599. The current lowest deal is NZD436 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 27-Mar 9.

now NZ$436

Low NZ$296

High NZ$599

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to IVC is March, with a median price of $151. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $317. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$151

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$317

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Invercargill

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$447

NZ$589

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$447

NZ$721

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$408

NZ$483

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$427

NZ$532

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$424

NZ$658

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar, Air New Zealand

NZ$407

NZ$414

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

NZ$510 → NZ$459

10%

12 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 15

NZ$465 → NZ$436

11 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 14

NZ$464 → NZ$436

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

NZ$439 → NZ$436

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Wellington - Invercargill route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from WLG to IVC are above the typical level for the past 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the lowest prices.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 15m.

Connecting flights from Wellington to Invercargill typically have a median duration of 5h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has 64 direct deals.

Air New Zealand offers 64 direct deals, while Jetstar has 25 direct deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from Wellington to Invercargill appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Invercargill.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$569

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Invercargill (IVC)

Cheapest

Invercargill Airport is ideal for direct access to Invercargill and the surrounding Southland region.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$441

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport offers more frequent domestic connections and is a practical alternative for Invercargill travelers.

📍 ~180 km from Invercargill (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$243

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Invercargill

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From WLG

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Oct 09

Invercargill, New Zealand

37% AI deal score

$2,852

Emirates Airlines, +1

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From WLG

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Oct 05

Invercargill, New Zealand

36% AI deal score

$2,872

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

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Oct 01

Invercargill, New Zealand

36% AI deal score

$2,879

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

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Oct 09

Invercargill, New Zealand

36% AI deal score

$2,981

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Oct 01

Invercargill, New Zealand

35% AI deal score

$3,008

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Sep 30

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$2,872

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Sep 21

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$2,962

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Sep 30

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,001

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

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Sep 15

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,053

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

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Sep 20

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,073

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Oct 01

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,104

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Sep 15

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,136

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. It is usually beneficial to monitor fare trends for your desired route. Prices can fluctuate, so checking regularly may help you find a good time to book.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While not always necessary, it may offer more flexibility in your travel plans. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Wellington to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Invercargill

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Invercargill

Regular price: NZ$296 - NZ$599

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

Regular prices for this route typically range from NZD296 to NZD599. The current lowest deal is NZD436 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 27-Mar 9.

now NZ$436

Low NZ$296

High NZ$599

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to IVC is March, with a median price of $151. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $317. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$151

April

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$317

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Invercargill

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$447

NZ$589

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$447

NZ$721

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$408

NZ$483

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$427

NZ$532

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

NZ$424

NZ$658

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Invercargill

Wellington (WLG) - Invercargill (IVC)

Jetstar, Air New Zealand

NZ$407

NZ$414

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

NZ$510 → NZ$459

10%

12 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 15

NZ$465 → NZ$436

11 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 14

NZ$464 → NZ$436

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

NZ$439 → NZ$436

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Wellington - Invercargill route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from WLG to IVC are above the typical level for the past 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the lowest prices.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 15m.

Connecting flights from Wellington to Invercargill typically have a median duration of 5h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has 64 direct deals.

Air New Zealand offers 64 direct deals, while Jetstar has 25 direct deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from Wellington to Invercargill appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Invercargill.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$569

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Invercargill (IVC)

Cheapest

Invercargill Airport is ideal for direct access to Invercargill and the surrounding Southland region.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$441

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport offers more frequent domestic connections and is a practical alternative for Invercargill travelers.

📍 ~180 km from Invercargill (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$243

Invercargill, New Zealand

34% AI deal score

$3,136

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

Cheap Flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Today’s best flight deals from Wellington to Invercargill

Wellington to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Invercargill

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Invercargill

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Direct flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Invercargill

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Wellington - Invercargill route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in November for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights take 5h 15m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air New Zealand has 64 direct deals.

Deals appear frequently.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Invercargill

Best Elite deals to Invercargill

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to Invercargill?

When should I book flights from Wellington to Invercargill?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to Invercargill flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Wellington

Flights to Invercargill from other cities

Wellington to Invercargill: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Invercargill

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Invercargill

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Direct flights from Wellington to Invercargill

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Invercargill

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Invercargill

Wellington - Invercargill route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in November for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights take 5h 15m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air New Zealand has 64 direct deals.

Deals appear frequently.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Invercargill

Best Elite deals to Invercargill

Oct 09

Oct 05

Oct 01

Oct 09

Oct 01

Sep 30

Sep 21

Sep 30

Sep 15

Sep 20

Oct 01

Sep 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to Invercargill?

When should I book flights from Wellington to Invercargill?

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