Cheap flights from Wellington to Tokyo from $636

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — TYO
19 Jan — 26 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Tokyo are usually found in June or May, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2025.

Wed 24/1216:20WLG - NRT
1 stop29h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 31/1220:00NRT - WLG
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$2,728
Wed 24/1207:40WLG - NRT
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1217:40NRT - WLG
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,794
Wed 24/1216:00WLG - HND
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1202:30HND - WLG
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,152

Find flight deals from Wellington to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 20 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,552

One-way from

$636

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,384
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • Wellington to Tokyo
9/3
  • 9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Wellington to Tokyo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($560 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington to Tokyo 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 20 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Tokyo that are best for you.

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Wellington

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Tokyo

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Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Wed 6/5

15:55-19:00

2 stops30h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 14/5

14:30-23:55

2 stops30h 25m

$1,519

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Fri 6/3

16:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 19/3

14:35-23:50

2 stops29h 15m

$1,582

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Fri 15/5

15:55-16:35

2 stops27h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 30/5

09:35-23:55

2 stops35h 20m

$1,591

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Fri 27/2

14:35-15:15

1 stop28h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 20/3

17:40-13:30

1 stop15h 50m

$1,648

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Sat 9/5

14:45-13:15

3 stops25h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 30/5

09:35-23:55

2 stops35h 20m

$1,665

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - HND

WLGHND

Wellington

Fri 15/5

06:05-05:25

1 stop26h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 30/5

22:00-23:55

1 stop22h 55m

$1,700

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - HND

WLGHND

Wellington

Sun 22/3

19:10-00:55

3 stops33h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 17/6

02:10-20:35

3 stops39h 25m

$1,745

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - HND

WLGHND

Wellington

Fri 15/5

08:45-13:55

2 stops32h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 30/5

16:20-15:20

2 stops20h 00m

$1,759

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Wed 6/5

15:40-18:50

1 stop30h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 14/5

21:20-14:40

1 stop14h 20m

$1,776

WellingtonTokyo

WLG - NRT

WLGNRT

Wellington

Sun 22/3

06:05-16:00

2 stops37h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 18/6

21:20-14:40

1 stop14h 20m

$1,829

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/12

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Tokyo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

Booking 12 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Tokyo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Tokyo (average of $1,068). Flying from Wellington to Tokyo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,193). 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 TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 December 2025.

When flying from Wellington to Tokyo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the evening.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Wellington to Tokyo?

Share of one-stop return flights from Wellington to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from Wellington to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Wellington to Tokyo?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Wellington to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Sydney (SYD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,081.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Wellington to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 07m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Wellington to Tokyo?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 18m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated 20 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Wellington to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo?

    Wellington (WLG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Wellington to Tokyo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tokyo from Wellington; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Tokyo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Wellington airport to Tokyo. It is only a 5.3 km journey to Wellington (WLG) from Wellington’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Tokyo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Tokyo in 26h 20m. Fly via China Airlines or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. There are 9259 km between Wellington and Tokyo. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,129, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Tokyo. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. Qantas Airways is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

    Most Auckland visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sky Tower, Civic Theatre, and ASB Showgrounds. Sky Tower, Civic Theatre, and ASB Showgrounds can be accessed by travelling approximately 17.5 km, 17.2 km, and 12.6 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Those on a stopover in Auckland in need of a rental car can book one at Auckland Intl for about $65.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Tokyo (average of $1,068). Flying from Wellington to Tokyo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,193). 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 Tokyo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to Tokyo. 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 20 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,129Average$1,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,481Average$1,939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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