Cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington from $330

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WLG
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington are usually found in May or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). 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 28 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$576

One-way from

$330

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$706

Good round-trip deal

$610 or less

Good one-way deal

$413 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 25m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
15/11
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 30m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 August 2025.

Wed 15/1009:05SYD - WLG
1 stop9h 30mJetstar
Wed 29/1009:10WLG - SYD
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/8$576
Wed 19/1106:10SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1115:55WLG - SYD
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$580
Wed 22/1012:50SYD - WLG
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1115:55WLG - SYD
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8$600
Sat 6/911:50SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/921:10WLG - SYD
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$602
Wed 15/1009:05SYD - WLG
1 stop9h 30mJetstar
Fri 17/1016:00WLG - SYD
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$604
Fri 10/1018:35SYD - WLG
1 stop10h 30mJetstar
Fri 17/1016:00WLG - SYD
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/8$612
Thu 4/911:50SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/921:10WLG - SYD
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$617
Wed 15/1018:45SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 15/1115:55WLG - SYD
1 stop7h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$623
Thu 4/911:50SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/921:10WLG - SYD
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8$624

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Wellington 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 28 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Wellington that are best for you.

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Departure

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Price

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

09:05-20:35

1 stop9h 30m

Wellington

Wed 29/10

09:10-22:05

1 stop14h 55m

$576

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

06:10-14:50

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

Fri 28/11

15:55-20:50

1 stop6h 55m

$580

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/10

12:50-07:05

1 stop16h 15m

Wellington

Wed 5/11

15:55-21:10

1 stop7h 15m

$600

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

09:05-20:35

1 stop9h 30m

Wellington

Fri 17/10

16:00-22:15

1 stop8h 15m

$604

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

18:35-07:05

1 stop10h 30m

Wellington

Fri 17/10

16:00-22:15

1 stop8h 15m

$612

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

17:55-07:50

1 stop11h 55m

Wellington

Sat 14/2

17:45-07:50

1 stop16h 05m

$617

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/11

06:15-16:45

1 stop8h 30m

Wellington

Fri 28/11

15:55-08:30

1 stop18h 35m

$617

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

18:45-00:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Wellington

Wed 29/10

14:55-21:45

1 stop8h 50m

$623

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

18:45-00:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Wellington

Sat 15/11

15:55-21:45

1 stop7h 50m

$623

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

06:15-16:45

1 stop8h 30m

$330

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Wellington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington. 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 Sydney to Wellington?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of $89). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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 SYD to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 August 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Sydney to Wellington by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 28 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to Wellington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Woei,Sept 2023

SIN - DXB

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Woei,Sept 2023

SIN - DXB

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Woei,Sept 2023

SIN - DXB

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Woei,Sept 2023

SIN - DXB

With Emirates the crew makes the biggest difference. Meal wasn’t amazing but the drinks make up for it all. It was a late flight so food wasn’t that important. The bar at the back of the A380 makes flying fun again

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly from Sydney to Wellington, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). Nonstop flights to Wellington from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 3h 10m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 21 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Wellington offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Wellington flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

    For as low as $576, Jetstar can have you in Wellington from Sydney in 9h 30m. There are 2227 km between Sydney and Wellington.

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

    According to our current data, Emirates ($437), Air New Zealand ($520), and Qantas Airways ($529) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Wellington. Emirates is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Air Canada (80%), Asiana Airlines (80%) or United Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Wellington.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Wellington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $375. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Wellington) can be booked for $503 on average our data indicates $602 when flying from Sydney to Wellington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of $89). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Wellington

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$437Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$520Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$529Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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