Cheap flights from Sydney to Wellington

Cheapest current fares: $242 in August 2026, 2,229 km direct flight in ~2h 37m.

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Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). Refreshed daily.

Sydney (SYD) → Wellington (WLG)

  1. August 2026 $242
  2. September 2026 $243
  3. October 2026 $266
  4. January 2027 $270
  5. December 2026 $380

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Wellington?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, August 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG), with fares starting from $242.

  • What is the lowest current fare from SYD to WLG?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG) is $242 on 2026-08-25.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Wellington?

    Direct flights from SYD to WLG cover approximately 2,229 km (1,385 miles), with an estimated flight time of 2h 37m. Operating airlines: NZ, QF.

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