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Flight deals from Wellington to Sydney

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Sydney.$429 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Sydney on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $429, select.
Sydney.$453 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.
Sydney.$476 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Qantas and Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Wellington on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $476, select.
Sydney.$476 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Qantas and Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Wellington on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Sydney on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $476, select.
Sydney.$490 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Sydney on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $490, select.
Sydney.$498 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $498, select.
Sydney.$507 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Wellington on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Sydney on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $507, select.
Sydney.$515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Wellington on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Sydney on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $901
May
from $453
Jun
from $476
Jul
from $530
Aug
from $530
Sep
from $498
Oct
from $531
Nov
from $617
Dec
from $661
Jan
from $533
Feb
from $531
Mar
from $675

Direct flights from Wellington to Sydney

Wellington to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Wellington to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$429
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week169

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Sydney is $429. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Wellington to Sydney.
China Eastern, Qantas and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Wellington to Sydney.
As of April 2025, there are 169 flights per week flying from Wellington to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Sydney is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Sydney Airport on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 3 hours 43 minutes. Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney 2 hours behind Wellington.

  • Every week, there are 28 flights from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 06:00 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from WLG to SYD is 18:40 with Qantas.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Sydney — plus maybe even more of Australia if time allows.

  • Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Australia. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from WLG to SYD, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is $174. The cheapest price for a return flight is $429. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To snag cheap flight tickets from WLG to SYD, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flight tickets from WLG to SYD every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Wellington, Wellington International Airport can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 19 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to WLG? If you're catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SYD:

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 27 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sydney. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Wellington International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from WLG to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.

More about Sydney

  • Start your Sydney trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from WLG to SYD, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Winston Hills Lions Park, Rumsey Rose Garden and Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room are major attractions which should be on any good Sydney itinerary.

Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Sydney.

Plan the rest of your trip from Wellington to Sydney

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