On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Wellington — Auckland route. The distance between the cities is 493 km, with frequent air service of about 99 flights per week.
Flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and LATAM. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deal. Before your trip, you can also check out information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Wellington → Auckland on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Jetstar Airways and Latam Airlines Group. Departures from Wellington International Airport airports, arrivals at Auckland Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Wellington — Auckland by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 130 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 334 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.
Wellington → Auckland, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 239 | high | May | AED 162 | low | Sep | AED 171 | medium |
| Feb | AED 220 | high | Jun | AED 152 | low | Oct | AED 133 | low |
| Mar | AED 201 | medium | Jul | AED 139 | low | Nov | AED 190 | medium |
| Apr | AED 190 | medium | Aug | AED 162 | medium | Dec | AED 247 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Auckland has a temperate climate: the warmest weather occurs in January and February, when the average high reaches 22.8°C. July is considered the coolest and rainiest time, with daytime temperatures around 14°C and the highest annual rainfall.
From a savings perspective, flying in July is most cost-effective — ticket prices start AED 130. Prices peak in May, with minimum fares starting AED 334; prices also increase significantly during the summer months (January–March).
November is considered the best time to book, as the weather stabilizes and tickets start AED 152. If your goal is the lowest price, consider the winter period (June–August), keeping in mind the high probability of rain.
Three main airlines operate on this route, with Air New Zealand and Jetstar being the key carriers. Most available options are direct flights, providing the fastest connection between the cities. You can view the detailed flight schedule by day of the week and choose the most suitable fare in the interactive list below.
Flights Wellington — Auckland depart from Wellington International Airport and arrive at Auckland Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour, as the cities are only 493 km apart.
The main carriers are Air New Zealand and Jetstar, and LATAM Airlines may also operate on the route.
Yes, this is one of the busiest routes in the country, so there are many direct non-stop flights daily.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the price calendar section on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Auckland International Airport (AKL).
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