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Find the cheapest month to fly from Tauranga to Wellington

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tauranga to Wellington flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Tauranga to Wellington

Tauranga to Wellington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tauranga to Wellington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wellington.

Tauranga to Wellington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$247
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Tauranga to Wellington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tauranga to Wellington is $247. 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.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Tauranga to Wellington.
Air New Zealand and Qantas fly direct from Tauranga to Wellington.
As of April 2024, there are 21 flights per week flying from Tauranga to Wellington.
The cheapest month to fly from Tauranga to Wellington is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tauranga Airport to Wellington Airport on Friday, 25 October 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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 Wellington 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 Wellington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Wellington.

Which airlines fly from Tauranga to Wellington?

  • Air New Zealand run multiple direct flights from Tauranga to Wellington every day.
  • Search for flights to Wellington with our mobile app or on our website, and use price alerts to stay up to date on airfares between these two cities.

How easy is it to depart on flights from Tauranga to Wellington?

Tauranga Airport is a small airport serving the city of Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region. This is a convenient airport to fly from if you want to book flights to Wellington, as these depart regularly from this airport. 

  • Main terminal – all flights from Tauranga to Wellington depart from this terminal.

The Tauranga Airport is modernising its terminal, and currently you can access an Air New Zealand regional lounge, a licensed café, and WiFi.

Arrive at Tauranga Airport at least 1 hour before your flight to Wellington is due to depart.

What do I need before I fly from Tauranga to Wellington? 

  • A form of official photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
  • Please be aware that if you’re not a New Zealand citizen or resident, you may need to carry your passport.

What is Wellington Airport like?

Wellington Airport has more amenities than Tauranga Airport, and it is an easy airport to transit through. There is 1 terminal at Wellington Airport. 

  • Main terminal – all flights from Tauranga to Wellington are directed to this terminal.

The main terminal is well facilitated at Wellington, with dining and shopping outlets, information points, VIP lounges, free WiFi and ATMs. There are also incredible Weta Workshop installations within the main waiting lounge, a nod to Wellington’s film credentials.

What is the weather like in Wellington?

  • Wellington temperature gauge rarely peeks above 25°C or below 5°C. So you can expect summer days to hover between 19-24°C, and winters days to stick around the 6-9°C range.

Is there a time difference between Tauranga and Wellington?

  • There is no time difference between Tauranga and Wellington.

Is Wellington cheaper than Tauranga?

Wellington pips Tauranga for affordable eating, as dining costs are much lower in the capital, but you’ll find accommodation can be higher. Use our comparison tools to search for cheap hotels in Wellington, then read up on all the best places to eat and drink in Wellington.

  Tauranga Wellington
Average cost of a meal for 2 people $98 $80
Average cost of a coffee $3.50 $4.40
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $15-20 $20-30

What about return flights from Wellington to Tauranga?

Already looking for the flights back? Click Return and see the fare options on the return route, or go to our Wellington to Tauranga flights information page for more details on the route.

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of November 2018


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