On this page, you can find and book flights from Sydney to Wellington. The flight distance is 2,230 km, with approximately 24 flights operating weekly. To help with your travel planning, check out how to get to Sydney Airport and how to get from Wellington Airport.
Flights are operated by airlines such as Air New Zealand, Qantas, and United Airlines. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so use the low price calendar and price chart below to find the best deal.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sydney — Wellington by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 854 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,157 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Sydney → Wellington, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 880 | high | May | AED 629 | low | Sep | AED 654 | low |
| Feb | AED 830 | high | Jun | AED 629 | low | Oct | AED 629 | low |
| Mar | AED 604 | low | Jul | AED 780 | medium | Nov | AED 755 | medium |
| Apr | AED 729 | medium | Aug | AED 654 | low | Dec | AED 880 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Wellington is temperate: January is the warmest month with an average maximum temperature of 19°C. The coldest and rainiest period is July, when temperatures drop to 8.5°C and rainfall reaches its annual peak.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in August, with tickets starting AED 854. The peak pricing period is February, when fares start AED 1,156.
For a compromise between weather and price, consider October with fares starting AED 875. It is recommended to avoid traveling in July due to the high probability of prolonged rain and low temperatures.
There are 19 airlines operating on this route, with Air New Zealand and Qantas serving as the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, providing a stable connection up to 24 times a week. Click on a specific airline card below to see detailed daily schedules and connecting flight options.
Flights Sydney — Wellington depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport and arrive at Wellington International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 2,230 km, a direct flight usually takes between 2 hours 45 minutes and 3 hours. Travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the chosen airline.
Approximately 19 carriers provide regular service, including Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Virgin Australia.
Yes, Sydney and Wellington are connected by regular direct flights that operate daily. This is the fastest way to travel between the cities.
All flights on this route arrive at Wellington International Airport (WLG).
Airfare is dynamic and depends on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum prices for the coming year in the low price calendar and the price chart on this page.
Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices
