Auckland to Wellington (AKL–WLG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Auckland to Wellington
6 carriers, 369 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
369 Flights/wk
298 mi
1h 5m nonstop
12 1-stop hubs
AKL–WLG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways, EVA Air and Air New Zealand lead the route. The flight covers 298 miles in approximately 1h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop AKL–WLG service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| EY Etihad Airways | 120 | 32A, 32Q | 1h10 | – | – | – |
| BR EVA Air | 111 | 32A | 1h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NZ Air New Zealand | 60 | 32A, 32Q | 1h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| FJ Fiji Airways | 34 | 320 | 1h05 | – | Oneworld | – |
| JQ Jetstar | 32 | 320 | 1h05 | – | – | – |
| EK Emirates | 12 | 320 | 1h05 | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, AKL to WLG direction.
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Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
68
Nonstop flights
369
Outbound / wk
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AKL to WLG.
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One-Stop Connections
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Fastest
~23h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
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Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Wellington from Auckland
Nearby airports with service to Wellington International Airport.
| Metric | AKL→WLG | HLZ→WLG | NPL→WLG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AKL | – | 66 mi | 142 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 369 | 18 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 5m | 1h 15m | 0h 55m |
Airports within 200 miles of AKL with service to Wellington International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Wellington is 0 hours
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Auckland.
AKL: NZDT · WLG: NZDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Auckland, it's 6:00 PM in Wellington.
AKL: NZDT · WLG: NZDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Auckland, it's 6:00 PM in Wellington.
Distance & Flight Time
298 mi / 480 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 5m to 1h 10m.
Facts
AKL–WLG Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Auckland to Wellington route.
Route details
Distance298 mi / 480 km
Flight time1h 5m to 1h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights369 out / 394 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: AKL
Full nameAuckland International Airport
IATA / ICAOAKL / NZAA
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Passengers/yr18.7M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
Destination: WLG
Full nameWellington International Airport
IATA / ICAOWLG / NZWN
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Passengers/yr6.0M
Elevation41 ft / 12 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AKL to WLG flights.
Nonstop flights from Auckland International Airport to Wellington International Airport take approximately 1h 5m to 1h 10m. The route covers 298 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: EVA Air, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Fiji Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand.
There are approximately 369 nonstop flights per week from AKL to WLG. The return direction has about 394 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from WLG to AKL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Block time is 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes southbound on the 485 km route. Headwinds from the south can add a few minutes. Flights track down the western coast of the North Island, passing near Mt Taranaki on clear days.
Air New Zealand operates 12 to 16 daily departures with a mix of A320 and ATR 72 aircraft. Jetstar runs 2 to 4 daily on A320 equipment. The combined schedule covers hourly or better frequency throughout the business day. Sunday evening and Monday morning flights carry the heaviest loads from government workers commuting between the two cities.
Air New Zealand rebooks affected passengers on the next available departure at no charge. With 12 or more daily flights, rebooking usually means a 1 to 2 hour delay. In severe wind events, flights sometimes divert to Palmerston North, 140 km north of Wellington. The airline arranges ground transport from Palmerston North to Wellington when diversions occur.
The domestic terminal is a single-level building with a simple layout. Security screening takes 10 to 15 minutes during peak periods. Air New Zealand has a domestic lounge airside. Jetstar passengers use the same terminal but have separate check-in counters. Gate assignments are displayed on screens after security. The walk to the farthest gate takes about 5 minutes.
The last Air New Zealand departure is typically around 9:00pm to 9:30pm, arriving in Wellington by 10:30pm. Jetstar's last flight is earlier, usually around 7:00pm to 8:00pm. There are no true red-eye flights on this route.
Auckland to Wellington: Business Shuttle to the Capital
AKL-WLG is New Zealand's highest-frequency domestic route in the reverse direction, with Air New Zealand and Jetstar combining for 14 to 20 daily nonstops. The 485 km flight takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. Air New Zealand's A320 jets handle peak departures while ATR 72 turboprops fill midday and evening slots. The route is anchored by government travel, with Wellington hosting Parliament, ministries, and the public service sector that generates constant weekday demand from Auckland-based organizations.
Wellington Airport sits on a narrow coastal strip with hills on both sides, which concentrates wind effects on the runway. Southerly changes can arrive quickly, so on-time performance fluctuates more than on most New Zealand domestic routes. For travelers connecting from international arrivals at Auckland, the separate domestic terminal requires a shuttle transfer. Morning flights from AKL land in Wellington in time for a full working day in the capital.