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Cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington from £142

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WLG
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington are usually found in May or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£255

One-way from

£142

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£357

Good round-trip deal

£309 or less

Good one-way deal

£178 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 10m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£20 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Fri 10/1009:35SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 13/1006:05WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9£260
Wed 5/1118:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/1119:20WLG - SYD
1 stop15h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9£262
Thu 16/1009:05SYD - WLG
1 stop9h 30mJetstar
Sun 19/1021:10WLG - SYD
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/9£277
Fri 10/1009:35SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 12/1006:05WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9£307
Tue 28/1006:20SYD - WLG
1 stop8h 45mJetstar
Tue 4/1121:05WLG - SYD
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/9£311
Mon 1/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/1215:55WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9£315
Fri 14/1119:15SYD - WLG
1 stop10h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/1109:55WLG - SYD
1 stop13h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9£318
Fri 28/1118:40SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 6/1216:00WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/9£320
Fri 10/1018:45SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/1006:00WLG - SYD
1 stop6h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9£321
Mon 13/1018:45SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 20/1015:50WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/9£329

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Wellington that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Wellington that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Wellington

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Depart

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Price

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

21:45-15:35

1 stop15h 50m

Wellington

Wed 28/1

15:55-22:15

1 stop8h 20m

£255

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Sun 29/3

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£260

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/10

18:45-23:55

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Mon 20/10

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£261

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

18:45-23:55

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Mon 13/10

15:55-17:35

Nonstop3h 40m

£261

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Fri 13/2

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Tue 10/2

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Tue 10/2

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Wed 11/2

16:00-17:40

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Tue 10/2

06:05-07:45

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

18:40-23:50

Nonstop3h 10m

Wellington

Wed 11/2

16:00-17:40

Nonstop3h 40m

£262

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Wellington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wellington from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Wellington

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Wellington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Wellington is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Wellington?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of £1,612). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of £2,126). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Wellington at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Wellington?

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Wellington. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Sydney to Wellington. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Wellington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Wellington?

    Wellington is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wellington from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Wellington (WLG) should be relatively easy as there are 22 daily flights to Wellington from 2 different airlines. 3h 15m is how long a flight from Sydney to Wellington will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Wellington flight route?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington was viewed by 21 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

    For as low as £260, Jetstar can have you in Wellington from Sydney in 3h 10m. There are 1384 mi between Sydney and Wellington. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Wellington round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at £234, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Wellington. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Wellington for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Wellington one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Wellington are Jetstar (£142), Emirates (£148), and Qantas Airways (£153).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Wellington?

    Consider Air Canada (81%), Asiana Airlines (81%) or United Airlines (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Wellington.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Wellington?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Wellington is generally £252, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £135. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Wellington), you can expect to pay £186 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Wellington that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Wellington flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Wellington?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Wellington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Wellington by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Wellington?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of £1,612). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of £2,126). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Wellington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Wellington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest£234Average£307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£258Average£321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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