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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Wellington

JNB — WLG
Oct 18 — Oct 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Wellington are usually found in June or May, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Wellington (WLG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R20 421
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R70 137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 381 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wellington from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Wellington

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Wellington. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington (average of R1 109). Flying from Johannesburg to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 637). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Wellington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Wellington. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African from Johannesburg to Wellington to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 367 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
South African
7,6
Good
45 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
907 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Wellington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wellington from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Wellington from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Wellington, which is the city’s only airport. Wellington (WLG) is located 5,3 km from the centre of Wellington. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Wellington per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Wellington round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Wellington round-trip from R14 958. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from R17 052, and Singapore Airlines, from R19 520. South African is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Wellington?

    Johannesburg to Wellington flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Singapore is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Wellington. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Wellington.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be visited by travelling about 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R232.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Wellington flights?

    Johannesburg to Wellington flights have a stopover in Auckland the least frequently. Auckland is followed by Melbourne in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Wellington that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Wellington flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Wellington?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Wellington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Wellington by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Wellington (average of R1 109). Flying from Johannesburg to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 637). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Wellington

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Wellington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR14 958AverageR17 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 052AverageR20 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 520AverageR23 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 672AverageR28 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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