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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 301 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Wellington.301 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 301 €, select.

Wellington.321 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 321 €, select.

Wellington.329 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 329 €, select.

Wellington.336 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 336 €, select.

Wellington.337 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 337 €, select.

Wellington.338 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Wellington on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 338 €, select.

Wellington.340 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Wellington on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 340 €, select.

Wellington.353 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 353 €, select.

Wellington.356 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 356 €, select.

Wellington.358 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.

Wellington.360 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.

Wellington.360 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.

Wellington.361 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 361 €, select.

Wellington.364 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 364 €, select.

Wellington.365 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Wellington on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 365 €, select.

Wellington.365 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 365 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Wellington flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Sydney to Wellington: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Wellington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	301 €
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	209

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Wellington?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Wellington is 301 €. 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.

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

3 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Wellington.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Wellington?

Qantas, Alaska Airlines and IndiGo fly direct from Sydney to Wellington.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Wellington?

As of July 2026, there are 209 flights per week flying from Sydney to Wellington.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Wellington?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 14 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Wellington?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Wellington?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney Airport to Wellington with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Wellington.

Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Wellington Airport (WLG): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Wellington is two hours ahead of Sydney and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
Each week, there are 21 Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:45 Air New Zealand flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:45 with Air New Zealand.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SYD to WLG flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Qantas offers direct flights from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Wellington — and maybe even more of New Zealand if time allows.
Qantas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating SYD to WLG flights, Qantas has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SYD and WLG:
- Auckland International Airport
- Christchurch Airport
- Queenstown Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Wellington Airport (WLG)

At the moment, 178 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 301 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to WLG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to WLG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

66% of flights that leave from Sydney Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Wellington Airport (WLG)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Wellington Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Wellington Airport around four weeks ahead.

Getting from Wellington Airport (WLG) to central Wellington

Wellington Airport to central Wellington has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Wellington Airport (WLG)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Wellington. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to WLG in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Wellington. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Rangitoto Island, Rangitoto Summit and Mt. Wellington.
Christchurch is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. No trip is complete without visiting Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.