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Wellington.C$408 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 20, returning Wed, May 28.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Tue, May 20, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Wed, May 28, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$408, select.
Wellington.C$412 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 18, returning Wed, Feb 25.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Wed, Feb 18, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Wed, Feb 25, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$412, select.
Wellington.C$421 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 22, returning Fri, Jul 25.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Fri, Jul 25, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$421, select.
Wellington.C$424 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 16, returning Wed, Jun 18.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Mon, Jun 16, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Wed, Jun 18, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$424, select.
Wellington.C$431 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 27, returning Sun, Jun 8.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Tue, May 27, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Sun, Jun 8, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$431, select.
Wellington.C$439 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 12, returning Tue, Aug 19.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Tue, Aug 12, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Tue, Aug 19, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$439, select.
Wellington.C$441 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 31, returning Wed, Aug 6.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Thu, Jul 31, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Wed, Aug 6, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$441, select.
Wellington.C$455 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 1, returning Wed, Jul 23.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Sydney on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in Wellington.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Wellington on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$455, select.

When is the cheapest time 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 May.
Apr
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May
from C$408
Jun
from C$424
Jul
from C$421
Aug
from C$439
Sep
from C$472
Oct
from C$473
Nov
from C$476
Dec
from C$561
Jan
from C$555
Feb
from C$412
Mar
from C$495

Direct flights from Sydney to Wellington

Sydney to Wellington: Alternative routes

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Sydney to Wellington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$408
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week166

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Wellington is C$408. 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.
3 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Wellington.
China Eastern, Qantas and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Sydney to Wellington.
There are 166 flights per week flying from Sydney to Wellington, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Wellington Airport on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 15 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 and Air New Zealand offer the cheapest flight tickets to Wellington.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Wellington's timezone is UTC+13, making Wellington two hours ahead of Sydney.

  • Each week, there are 28 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, pick the 09:00 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:40 with Qantas.

  • Leave enough time to make your SYD to WLG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Air New Zealand is your gateway to exploring Wellington (and perhaps some other exciting parts of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for SYD to WLG flights is Qantas.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and WLG:

    • Christchurch International Airport

    • Auckland Airport

    • Queenstown Airport

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

  • C$237 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$408. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to WLG.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to WLG.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near WLG instead:

  • Grab a Wellington International Airport rental car and discover Wellington and beyond with your own wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks before you travel.

Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington

  • From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Wellington. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the type 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 SYD to WLG sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Wellington is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres north of Wellington, a visit to Auckland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Wellington

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