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Flight deals from Auckland International to Wellington

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Auckland International to Wellington? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Wellington.C$76 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 12, returning Tue, May 13.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Mon, May 12, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Tue, May 13, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$76, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 24, returning Thu, May 1.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Thu, Apr 24, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Thu, May 1, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 23, returning Tue, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Wed, Apr 23, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Tue, Apr 29, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 29, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Thu, May 29, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 4, returning Thu, Jun 5.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 12, returning Tue, Dec 30.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Fri, Dec 12, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Tue, Dec 30, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$78 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 4, returning Mon, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Fri, Jul 4, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$78, select.
Wellington.C$79 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 10, returning Tue, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Auckland International on Wed, Sep 10, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Wellington on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$79, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Wellington

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Wellington flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$78
May
from C$76
Jun
from C$78
Jul
from C$78
Aug
from C$86
Sep
from C$79
Oct
from C$79
Nov
from C$79
Dec
from C$78
Jan
from C$89
Feb
from C$79
Mar
from C$205

Direct flights from Auckland International to Wellington

Auckland International to Wellington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Wellington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wellington.

Auckland to Wellington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$76
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week578

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Wellington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Auckland International to Wellington is C$76. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Wellington.
Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways and EVA Air fly direct from Auckland International to Wellington.
There are 578 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Wellington, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Wellington is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Wellington Airport on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wellington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wellington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Wellington.

Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport.

  • Auckland and Wellington share the UTC+13 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Every week, there are 561 Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 06:00 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 21:00 with Air New Zealand.

  • To ensure you get on your AKL to WLG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Jetstar is your gateway to exploring Wellington (and maybe even some other exciting corners of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Jetstar.

  • With a dependable 81.4% of services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating AKL to WLG flights.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AKL and WLG:

    • Rotorua International Airport

    • Woodbourne Airport

    • Nelson Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • C$39 is the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$76. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from AKL to WLG by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to WLG.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport.

Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AKL:

Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to WLG if you're catching a late Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Wellington International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and chase adventure across Wellington and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Wellington International Airport around four weeks ahead.

Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington

  • Wellington International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to WLG around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of New Zealand, head for Christchurch, about 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Auckland to Wellington

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