Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Wellington?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £286 to £472. The lowest price recently found on this route was £262.

Question 1

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Air New Zealand, Emirates, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington

Question 2

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Wellington flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 3

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 4

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £286 to £472.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £262.

Question 5

How often are flights from Sydney to Wellington delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 26% of flights between Sydney and Wellington have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 109 minutes.

Question 6

How have Sydney to Wellington flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Sydney to Wellington flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 7

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Wellington flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Air New Zealand have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 26% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Wellington from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Wellington for around £309 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Wellington from Sydney for as low as £261 on momondo.

Question 9

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - Wellington flight prices

Question 10

How many flights depart from Sydney to Wellington on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 25 flights take off from Sydney and land in Wellington each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 68% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 11

How many flights depart from Sydney to Wellington on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 177 flights take off from Sydney and land in Wellington each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from Sydney, with most prices found around £278. If you aren’t able to travel to Wellington during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £283.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Wellington. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £282. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sydney to Wellington for around £338.

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Sydney to Wellington when you can find flight prices for as low as £307. Flying to Wellington in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £337. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 15

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport were last updated today.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Wellington Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Wellington Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wellington Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best price found	£282
Fastest flight time	3h 15m
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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £237	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 552 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £274	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 946 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Wellington?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from Sydney, with most prices found around £278. If you aren’t able to travel to Wellington during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £283.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Wellington. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £282. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sydney to Wellington for around £338.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flight route?

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - Wellington flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Wellington flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Sydney to Wellington flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington?

Air New Zealand, Emirates, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Wellington

How often are flights from Sydney to Wellington delayed?

Historically, on average around 26% of flights between Sydney and Wellington have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 109 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Wellington flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Wellington flights?

According to our data, Air New Zealand have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 26% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Wellington on average per day?

As of December 2025, 25 flights take off from Sydney and land in Wellington each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 68% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Wellington on average per week?

As of December 2025, 177 flights take off from Sydney and land in Wellington each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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