Cheap flights from Wellington to Johannesburg from $2,221

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JNB
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Johannesburg are usually found in March or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,221

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,314
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 11/8-26/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($372 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Mon 11/814:35WLG - JNB
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Tue 26/822:20JNB - WLG
2 stops29h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/7$2,221
Mon 1/920:00WLG - JNB
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/920:55JNB - WLG
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,231
Mon 11/806:05WLG - JNB
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 26/818:45JNB - WLG
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/7$2,415

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Johannesburg that are best for you.

Fly from

Wellington

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Johannesburg

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 11/8

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

22:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

$2,221

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 1/9

20:00-18:35

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

20:55-09:10

2 stops26h 15m

$2,231

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 11/8

06:05-16:15

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

18:45-23:55

1 stop19h 10m

$2,415

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Deals found on 15/7

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg (average of $1,155). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wellington to Johannesburg in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Johannesburg, such as Emirates and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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

    Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wellington to Johannesburg. 6 airlines have flights from Wellington to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Wellington to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

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

    Emirates, at $2,221, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Johannesburg. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. Emirates is currently priced 6% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Wellington to Johannesburg?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Theatre Royal can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.4 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those landing in Sydney looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can rent a car for about $49 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Wellington to Johannesburg flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg (average of $1,155). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 6 airlines flying from Wellington to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to Johannesburg. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,671Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,759Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,939Average$2,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,026Average$2,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$2,165Average$2,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,461Average$2,855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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