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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, making them a good option if you prioritize savings over speed.

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to London flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or season. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Wellington to London 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. These additional fees can impact the total cost of your journey.

Flights From Wellington

To London

Cheap Flights from Wellington to London

Browse current best options from Wellington. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Wellington

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to London

Prices updated 2 days ago

461 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Sep 14, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Wellington to London

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Wellington to London

2026-11-01 – 2026-11-30
WLG - London
88% AI deal score
NZ$2,484
NZ$2,114
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-20
WLG - London
88% AI deal score
NZ$2,486
NZ$2,131
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-16
WLG - London
88% AI deal score
NZ$2,506
NZ$2,131
Round trip
2026-11-08 – 2026-11-30
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,493
NZ$2,136
Round trip
2026-11-15 – 2026-11-30
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,524
NZ$2,147
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-25
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,484
NZ$2,153
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-23
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,488
NZ$2,164
Round trip
2026-11-15 – 2026-11-20
WLG - London
88% AI deal score
NZ$2,634
NZ$2,164
Round trip
2026-11-16 – 2026-11-30
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,541
NZ$2,166
Round trip
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-20
WLG - London
87% AI deal score
NZ$2,648
NZ$2,173
Round trip

Wellington to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to London

A typical journey from Wellington to London takes about 36h 35m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. Travelers should plan accordingly for this extensive long-haul journey.

For those looking for cheap flights from Wellington to London, right now fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1510–$2684, with a median of $2084. Currently, only 4% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to London? The data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1046. Following December, February offers a median fare of $1559, and April presents a median of $1609. These months represent the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

Most itineraries for flights from Wellington to London connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect multiple stops on their journey to London.

How much is a round trip from Wellington to London

Regular price: NZ$2,279 - NZ$3,530

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Wellington to London is NZD 2279 to NZD 3530. The current lowest deal is NZD 2147 with Air New Zealand for travel from Nov 16 to Nov 30.

now NZ$2,147

Low NZ$2,279

High NZ$3,530

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to London

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to LON is October, with a median price of $1231. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2591. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,231

June

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$2,591

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to London

QantasLink

Air New Zealand

Jetstar

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to London

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LHR)

QantasLink

NZ$3,424

NZ$3,283

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LHR)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$3,514

NZ$3,385

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LTN)

QantasLink

NZ$3,861

NZ$3,453

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

Air New Zealand

NZ$2,645

NZ$2,524

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

Air New Zealand, China Eastern Airlines

NZ$2,610

NZ$2,193

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

QantasLink

NZ$2,760

NZ$2,410

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 20

NZ$2,714 → NZ$2,206

19%

5 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 20

NZ$2,611 → NZ$2,128

18%

13 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 20

NZ$2,626 → NZ$2,154

18%

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

NZ$2,712 → NZ$2,254

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to London

Wellington - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Wellington to London are $2147, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to London, with a median price of $1046.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 36h 35m

Flights from Wellington to London typically involve connections, with a median duration of 36h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not available on this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers a recent deal

Air New Zealand recently offered a deal for $2147 from November 16-November 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,062

London main airports to arrive at

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

London Heathrow is the cheapest option for flights from Wellington to London.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,111

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub and a reliable alternative when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,410

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Wellington to London.

Elite

Best Elite deals to London

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From WLG

Elite

Mar 24

London, United Kingdom

90% AI deal score

$9,881

$6,242

Save $3,639

From WLG

Elite

Jan 26

London, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$8,547

$6,320

Save $2,227

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Jan 26

London, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$8,581

$6,333

Save $2,248

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 05

London, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$8,088

$6,336

Save $1,752

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Dec 10

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$8,527

$6,880

Save $1,647

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Dec 13

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$8,589

$6,884

Save $1,705

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 28

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$9,069

$7,029

Save $2,040

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 22

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$8,782

$7,055

Save $1,727

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 08

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$8,807

$7,066

Save $1,741

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Dec 13

London, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$9,255

$7,160

Save $2,095

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Mar 25

London, United Kingdom

87% AI deal score

$8,836

$6,671

Save $2,165

From WLG

Elite

Mar 25

London, United Kingdom

87% AI deal score

$8,830

$6,671

Save $2,159

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that may be available.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for long-haul routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on the optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.

Related routes

More routes from Wellington

Flights from Wellington to Gold Coast Flights from Wellington to Manila Flights from Wellington to Melbourne Flights from Wellington to Mexico City Flights from Wellington to Nadi Flights from Wellington to Nelson Flights from Wellington to New Plymouth Flights from Wellington to Paris Flights from Wellington to Perth Flights from Wellington to Rarotonga Flights from Wellington to Rotorua Flights from Wellington to Seoul

Flights to London from other cities

Flights from Calgary to London Flights from Edmonton to London Flights from Halifax to London Flights from Jerez de la Frontera to London Flights from Kelowna to London Flights from Montreal to London Flights from Ottawa to London Flights from Regina to London Flights from Saskatoon to London Flights from Toronto to London Flights from Vancouver to London Flights from Winnipeg to London

Wellington to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to London

How much is a round trip from Wellington to London

Regular price: NZ$2,279 - NZ$3,530

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Wellington to London is NZD 2279 to NZD 3530. The current lowest deal is NZD 2147 with Air New Zealand for travel from Nov 16 to Nov 30.

now NZ$2,147

Low NZ$2,279

High NZ$3,530

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to London

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,231

June

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$2,591

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to London

QantasLink

Air New Zealand

Jetstar

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to London

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LHR)

QantasLink

NZ$3,424

NZ$3,283

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LHR)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$3,514

NZ$3,385

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LTN)

QantasLink

NZ$3,861

NZ$3,453

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

Air New Zealand

NZ$2,645

NZ$2,524

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

Air New Zealand, China Eastern Airlines

NZ$2,610

NZ$2,193

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - London

Wellington (WLG) - London (LGW)

QantasLink

NZ$2,760

NZ$2,410

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 20

NZ$2,714 → NZ$2,206

19%

5 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 20

NZ$2,611 → NZ$2,128

18%

13 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 20

NZ$2,626 → NZ$2,154

18%

6 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 27

NZ$2,712 → NZ$2,254

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to London

Wellington - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Wellington to London are $2147, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to London, with a median price of $1046.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 36h 35m

Flights from Wellington to London typically involve connections, with a median duration of 36h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not available on this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers a recent deal

Air New Zealand recently offered a deal for $2147 from November 16-November 30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,062

London main airports to arrive at

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

London Heathrow is the cheapest option for flights from Wellington to London.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,111

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub and a reliable alternative when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,410

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Wellington to London.

Elite

Best Elite deals to London

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From WLG

London, United Kingdom

87% AI deal score

$8,836

$6,671

Save $2,165

From WLG

Elite

Mar 25

London, United Kingdom

87% AI deal score

$8,830

$6,671

Save $2,159

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Cheap Flights from Wellington to London

Today’s best flight deals from Wellington to London

Wellington to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to London

How much is a round trip from Wellington to London

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to London

Direct flights from Wellington to London

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to London

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to London

Wellington - London route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights typically take 36h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air New Zealand offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent for this route

Wellington main airports to depart from

London main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

Best Elite deals to London

Mar 24

Jan 26

Jan 26

Feb 05

Dec 10

Dec 13

Nov 28

Nov 22

Nov 08

Dec 13

Mar 25

Mar 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to London?

When should I book flights from Wellington to London?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to London flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Wellington

Flights to London from other cities

Wellington to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to London

How much is a round trip from Wellington to London

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to London

Direct flights from Wellington to London

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to London

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to London

Wellington - London route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights typically take 36h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air New Zealand offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent for this route

Wellington main airports to depart from

London main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

Best Elite deals to London

Mar 24

Jan 26

Jan 26

Feb 05

Dec 10

Dec 13

Nov 28

Nov 22

Nov 08

Dec 13

Mar 25

Mar 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to London?

When should I book flights from Wellington to London?

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