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Cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington from $371

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — WLG
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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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 9 November 2025.

Fri 5/1206:10SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 10/1215:55WLG - SYD
1 stop18h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$611
Wed 3/1206:10SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Sun 7/1215:55WLG - SYD
1 stop18h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/11$632
Sat 6/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 13/1215:55WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$636
Thu 11/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/1215:55WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/11$638
Mon 8/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1216:40WLG - SYD
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$659
Tue 9/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/1215:55WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$664
Mon 8/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 15/1215:55WLG - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$675
Fri 12/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1216:40WLG - SYD
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$680
Wed 26/1106:10SYD - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 3/1215:55WLG - SYD
1 stop7h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/11$687
Mon 8/1218:50SYD - WLG
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 17/1214:55WLG - SYD
1 stop6h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$700

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 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$611

One-way from

$371

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$819

Good round-trip deal

$480 or less

Good one-way deal

$398 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/12-10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 20m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 12/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Sydney to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.
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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 9 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Wellington that are best for you.

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SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

21:45-14:50

1 stop15h 05m

Wellington

Fri 6/3

15:55-22:15

1 stop8h 20m

$563

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

18:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Tue 16/12

15:55-17:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$638

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

17:55-07:50

1 stop11h 55m

Wellington

Tue 31/3

15:50-17:40

Nonstop3h 50m

$643

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

18:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sat 28/2

15:55-21:45

1 stop7h 50m

$654

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

21:45-14:50

1 stop15h 05m

Wellington

Wed 26/11

15:55-22:15

1 stop8h 20m

$661

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

07:45-18:15

1 stop8h 30m

Wellington

Sun 8/3

20:15-07:50

1 stop13h 35m

$671

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/12

21:45-14:50

1 stop15h 05m

Wellington

Tue 16/12

09:05-14:35

1 stop7h 30m

$712

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/1

20:15-07:10

1 stop8h 55m

Wellington

Sat 17/1

15:55-17:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$732

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

18:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sun 14/12

13:05-07:50

1 stop20h 45m

$741

SydneyWellington

SYD - WLG

SYDWLG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

18:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

Wellington

Sat 6/12

15:55-17:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$762

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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 7 November 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of $350). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 9 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 66% on flights from Sydney to Wellington by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 9 November 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
930 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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 24 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Wellington offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Wellington flight route?

    Within the past month, 225 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

    For as low as $638, Jetstar can have you in Wellington from Sydney in 3h 15m. There are 2227 km between Sydney and Wellington. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($544), Emirates ($545), and Qantas Airways ($550) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Wellington. Air New Zealand is priced at 26% 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 Virgin Australia (86%), Air New Zealand (86%) or Turkish Airlines (86%) 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 $338. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Wellington) can be booked for $554 on average, our data indicates $537 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Wellington (average of $350). Flying from Sydney to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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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Fly from Sydney to Wellington on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Wellington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Wellington. 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 9 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$544Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$545Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$550Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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