Direct (nonstop) flights from Hamilton to Wellington

1 airline flys nonstop from Hamilton (HLZ) to Wellington International (WLG). It's 240 miles (387 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Air New Zealand.

HLZ
Hamilton
🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand
WLG
Wellington International
🇳🇿 Wellington, New Zealand
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
240 mi
387 km
CO₂/pax
45 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air New Zealand
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air New Zealand Air New Zealand

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air New Zealand NZ Air New Zealand
Route
HLZ → WLG
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
240 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Hamilton to Wellington with one stop · direct emits 45 kg CO₂ per passenger

HLZ AKL (Auckland) WLG
Leg 1: 35m (66 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (298 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HLZ → AKL
35m · 66 mi
View HLZ to AKL flights →
Leg 2
AKL → WLG
1h 10m · 298 mi
View AKL to WLG flights →
HLZ CHC (Christchurch) WLG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (414 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (189 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+204% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HLZ → CHC
1h 20m · 414 mi
View HLZ to CHC flights →
Leg 2
CHC → WLG
1h 5m · 189 mi
View CHC to WLG flights →
HLZ SYD (Sydney) WLG
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,378 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,387 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 492 kg CO₂ (+993% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HLZ → SYD
3h 30m · 1,378 mi
View HLZ to SYD flights →
Leg 2
SYD → WLG
3h 15m · 1,387 mi
View SYD to WLG flights →
HLZ OOL (Coolangatta (Gold Coast)) WLG
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,427 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,506 mi) Total: ~7h 5m 🍃 521 kg CO₂ (+1058% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HLZ → OOL
3h 50m · 1,427 mi
View HLZ to OOL flights →
Leg 2
OOL → WLG
3h 15m · 1,506 mi
View OOL to WLG flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Hamilton to Wellington?

A nonstop flight from Hamilton (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 240 miles (387 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Hamilton to Wellington?

Just Air New Zealand.

Is there a nonstop flight from Hamilton to Wellington?

Yes. 1 airline: Air New Zealand.

How far is Hamilton from Wellington?

The flight distance from Hamilton to Wellington is 240 miles (387 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Hamilton to Wellington?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Hamilton to Wellington?

Roughly 45 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 225 km.

Is the return flight from Wellington to Hamilton also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hamilton to Wellington?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hamilton for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.