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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tauranga to Wellington:

• Earliest: departs at 06:35 and lands at 08:00
• Latest: departs at 18:00 and lands at 19:25.

The flight takes about 1h 25m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Tauranga to Wellington.

A direct flight from Tauranga to Wellington takes 1h 25m, covering 681 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Tauranga to Wellington range from $295 to $501, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $295 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $383 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $373 return, compared with $552 via a stopover through Auckland Intl (AKL).

Air New Zealand is the only airline operating Tauranga to Wellington flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$179 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air New Zealand. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 72-201 / 202 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tauranga to Wellington flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Tauranga to Wellington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $292, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Mode
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Snap Rentals

Flights from Tauranga to Wellington usually depart from Tauranga (TRG) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tauranga to Wellington route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 29m.

Most connecting flights from Tauranga to Wellington pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Tauranga to Wellington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $332 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $439, a difference of $107.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Air New Zealand operates flights between Tauranga and Wellington.

Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are Waitangi Park, St James Theatre, and Basin Reserve Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.