$36 Cheap Flights from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)

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Popular airlines from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)

Cheap Flights from Wellington to Auckland (WLG-AKL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $36 for one-way flights and $72 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 5
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$72 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $72 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 5
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$75 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$75
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $75 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 25
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$78 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $78 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 5
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$81 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $81 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Tue, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 2
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$84 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Dec 30 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Fri, Jan 2, priced at $84 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 2
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$87 Roundtrip, just found
$87
Roundtrip
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $87 just found
Jetstar
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 2
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$90 Roundtrip, just found
$90
Roundtrip
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $90 just found
Jetstar
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 2
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$93 Roundtrip, just found
$93
Roundtrip
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $93 just found
Jetstar
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 2
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$96 Roundtrip, just found
$96
Roundtrip
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $96 just found
Air New Zealand
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 5
WLG
Wellington
AKL
Auckland
$116 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Wellington to Auckland, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $116 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $60 - $148 per traveler.

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Select flight to Auckland Intl. AKL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 21 minutes. Flights from $160
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center21 min
Flights from $160
Flights from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)
Origin airport
Wellington Intl.
Destination airport
Auckland Intl.
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand, Jetstar
Roundtrip price
$72
Distance
298 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 5 mins

Wellington to Auckland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Wellington to Auckland

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Wellington to Auckland are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Wellington to Auckland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Wellington to Auckland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Wellington to Auckland: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Wellington to Auckland

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Wellington to Auckland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $36 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Wellington to Auckland flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Wellington to Auckland airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $36 or cheap return flight from $72 from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
The cheapest month to fly from WLG to AKL is December, when demand is low. Off-peak months are generally when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with Air New Zealand and travel straight from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are popular options for flights between Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) and Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your WLG to AKL flight.
How many flights per day from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
When flying out of Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), you'll have a choice from an average of 18 daily nonstop flights to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Flights between WLG and AKL are their busiest at 9 PM. If you'd like a quieter trip and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from WLG to AKL?
Wednesday has the most flights from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
The earliest flight departing from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) is at around 6:00AM UTC+13. Board this plane and you'll land at Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) at approximately 7:05AM UTC+13. The total flight duration is 1h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Flights from WLG to AKL have an average travel time of 1 hour and 4 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from WLG to AKL?
Consider traveling with Qantas if you'd like to go straight from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 87%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
To touch down at Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) on time, select a flight that takes off from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Auckland from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG)?
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) is the only airport in Auckland with direct flights from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG). Check out the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) last-minute?
Booking your flight from WLG to AKL right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a WLG to AKL flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a WLG to AKL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your WLG to AKL flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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