Cheap flights from Wellington to Auckland from $55

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — AKL
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Auckland Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL). 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 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$116

One-way from

$59

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$178

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$72 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/10-6/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Wellington to Auckland
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Wellington to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Wellington to Auckland Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Wellington to Auckland Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Tue 23/907:40WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Tue 30/919:30AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$114
Thu 6/1113:10WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 10/1116:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$119
Mon 6/1021:10WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Wed 8/1006:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$121
Sat 11/1021:10WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 18/1006:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$122
Mon 3/1107:40WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Wed 5/1116:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$124
Wed 1/1021:10WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 4/1006:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$134
Fri 7/1121:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mJetstar
Sat 8/1119:25AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$138
Thu 25/1213:10WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Thu 1/107:30AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$139
Thu 27/1121:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mJetstar
Sun 14/1207:30AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$144
Sat 29/1121:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1107:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$169
Mon 22/1221:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mJetstar
Mon 19/106:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$171
Mon 22/1221:05WLG - AKL
Nonstop1h 00mJetstar
Wed 21/106:00AKL - WLG
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$173

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington to Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Auckland that are best for you.

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Wellington

Fly to

Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Thu 30/10

07:40-08:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$116

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Wed 26/11

07:40-08:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/12

07:30-08:35

Nonstop1h 05m

$119

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Thu 19/2

21:05-22:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/2

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$119

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Sat 11/10

21:10-22:15

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/10

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$122

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Mon 3/11

07:40-08:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/11

16:00-17:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$124

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Wed 1/10

21:10-22:15

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/10

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$134

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Tue 23/12

21:05-22:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$134

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Thu 25/12

13:10-14:15

Nonstop1h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/1

07:30-08:35

Nonstop1h 05m

$139

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Fri 2/1

21:05-22:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$154

WellingtonAuckland

WLG - AKL

WLGAKL

Wellington

Tue 23/12

21:05-22:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Auckland Intl

Fri 16/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$173

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Auckland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Auckland

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Wellington to Auckland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Wellington to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 WLG to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wellington to Auckland in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 64% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Wellington to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Auckland flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated 15 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Wellington to Auckland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Wellington to Auckland Travel Guide

There are direct flights from Wellington Airport to Auckland Airport by JetStar and Air New Zealand. The duration of the flight is around 1h with no stopovers. Jetstar offers affordable fares and good quality flights that reach Auckland directly. You can also choose one-stop flights that are offered mostly by Air New Zealand. Irrespective of the airlines chosen, the quality of travel remains the same, so the choice can be narrowed down mostly to budget and the flight duration.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Auckland from Wellington flights?

    Auckland is one of the more popular cities in New Zealand, which attracts many tourists, and is also considered among the big cities of the country. Due to this and many more reasons, there are many domestic flights to Auckland Airport. To travel to Auckland from Wellington, you will have to board a flight from the Wellington Airport, which was formerly called the Rongotai Airport. It is very close to the city centre and is located in the suburb of Rongotai. JetStar and Air New Zealand are the airlines that are offering the most flights to Auckland Airport, which is a busy airport. Once you reach the Auckland Airport, you can choose public transport that connects you to the city centre. Taxis and shuttles are also an option and are situated outside the door of the domestic terminal. You can prebook taxis or find one on arrival.

  • What are the stopover options between Wellington to Auckland?

    The number of and location of stopovers depends on the number of stops that you opt for while booking flight tickets. There are direct flights to Auckland Airport from Wellington Airport, so if you choose to book such flights then there will be no stopovers. However, if you opt for flights that are not direct then there can be stopovers at Christchurch, Dunedin, Blenheim, Queenstown, Tauranga and many others. For example, if you choose an Air New Zealand flight with one stop then there will be a stopover at Christchurch of about 1h 20min before reaching Auckland International Airport. Direct flights on this route can often be cheaper than the ones with stopovers.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Wellington to Auckland?

    If you have a New Zealand citizenship, then you won’t need a visa to travel between Wellington and Auckland. You will need an ID to get onto the flight; it can be a passport or a driving licence. Airlines need some photo ID to be shown at check-in so there is confirmation that the person boarding the flight is the same as the one booked. A passport is the preferred document, but you can also use your licence, student ID or birth certificate.

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

    If you wish to fly to Auckland from Wellington, then you need to book flights from Wellington to Auckland Intl. There are 75 flights from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland Intl (AKL) per day to choose from. Flights to Auckland from Wellington are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 00m is how long a nonstop flight from Wellington to Auckland Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Auckland flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Auckland?

    For as low as $116, Jetstar can have you in Auckland from Wellington in 1h 05m. The distance from Wellington to Auckland is about 480 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Auckland, with prices starting at $92. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $130 round trip. You may be able to fly from Wellington to Auckland for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Wellington to Auckland on time: Asiana Airlines (95%), ANA (95%), American Airlines (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Auckland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Wellington - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $97 on average, our data indicates $1,153 when flying from Wellington to Auckland.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington to Auckland 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 Wellington to Auckland?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Wellington to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 Wellington to Auckland

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$92Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$131Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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