Cheap Flights from Wellington to Hamilton

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington to Hamilton? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Hamilton

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

Direct flights from Wellington to Hamilton

Wellington to Hamilton: Alternative routes

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

Wellington to Hamilton: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$150
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Hamilton: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Hamilton is $150. 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 15 minutes is the average flight time from Wellington to Hamilton.
Air New Zealand flies direct from Wellington to Hamilton.
As of July 2025, there are 32 flights per week flying from Wellington to Hamilton.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Hamilton is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Hamilton Airport on Friday, 29 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton.

Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport.

  • Choose from 51 weekly Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest available. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 19:20.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your WLG to HLZ flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Air New Zealand is your ticket to exploring Hamilton (and perhaps some other great parts of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.

  • Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier that operates WLG to HLZ flights, with 79.06% of its services reaching their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport flight is $75. A round-trip ticket is currently $150. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from WLG to HLZ.

  • December is the cheapest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from WLG to HLZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport.

Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • 72.62% of flights leaving from Wellington International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Wellington International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to WLG? If you're boarding an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HLZ instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Hamilton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ezi, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamilton and beyond.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Hamilton International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to secure the best deal. If you're going away during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.

Getting from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to central Hamilton

  • Hamilton International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Hamilton. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Hamilton based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Hamilton International Airport for February if you'd like to explore Hamilton during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from WLG to HLZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hamilton. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of New Zealand, head for Wellington, roughly 386 kilometres south of Hamilton. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are key reasons to visit.

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