Cheap Flights from Wellington to Perth

Which airlines fly from Wellington to Perth?

• There are no direct flights to Perth from Wellington, but there are connecting routes operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand.
• Flights are typically diverted through Auckland (AKL), Melbourne (MEL), or Brisbane (BNE).
• Read our tips on how to find the best flight deals and you’ll be booking your flights to Perth in no time.

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

Wellington Airport is not a large airport but it is easy to transit through, offering connecting routes to Perth every day. This airport has 1 terminal.

• Main terminal – connecting flights to Perth will depart from here.

The departure terminal offers access to cash machines, snack kiosks, currency exchange, restaurants and bars, shopping outlets, and free WiFi.

The recommended arrival time for checking in for an international flight from Wellington to Perth is 2 hours.

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

• All international travel requires passengers to carry a valid passport.
• New Zealand citizens have a right to travel, live and work in Australia, for more information, please visit the Australian High Commission.

What is Perth Airport like?

Perth Airport is the key flights hub for Western Australia, offering excellent facilities and good connections both domestic and international. This airport has 4 terminals. 

• Terminal 1 – flights from Wellington to Perth via Auckland arrive at T1 International.
• Terminal 2 – Virgin Australia flights to Perth via an Australian city are directed to T2.
• Terminal 4 – Qantas flights to Perth via an Australian city are directed to T4.

You’ll be able to access free WiFi, foreign exchange, ATMs, payphones, restaurants and duty-free shops at this airport. For inter-terminal transfers, you can use the free shuttle service.

What is the weather like in Perth?

• Perth is warm in the summer, seeing highs of about 30°C, meanwhile the winters remain fairly mild, averaging 10°C.

Is there a time difference between Wellington and Perth?

• Perth is 4 hours behind Wellington during Standard Time (ST), and 5 hours behind Wellington during Daylight Savings Time (DST).

Is Perth cheaper than Wellington?

Perth is cheaper than Wellington when it comes to accommodation, but it is around 15% more expensive when it comes to dining. You can also strike outside of Perth and discover some of the lesser-known attractions nearby, read all about it on our 5 places to visit outside of Perth blog. 

What about return flights from Perth to Wellington?

Check our the return journey on our Perth to Wellington route page, or press Return when to see outbound flight fares.

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of January 2019