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Cheap flights from Wellington to New York State from $875

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JFK
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Thu 19/206:05
WLG
-
JFK
3 stops52h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/309:45
JFK
-
WLG
3 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,714
Tue 10/306:05
WLG
-
JFK
3 stops33h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/309:45
JFK
-
WLG
3 stops45h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$1,717
Thu 19/206:05
WLG
-
LGA
3 stops44h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/311:30
LGA
-
WLG
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$1,721
Fri 13/306:05
WLG
-
LGA
3 stops45h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/315:30
LGA
-
WLG
3 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,736
Wed 11/314:55
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops25h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 18/314:40
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops25h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$1,741
Wed 11/316:45
WLG
-
LGA
2 stops23h 29m
Air New Zealand
Wed 18/315:39
LGA
-
WLG
2 stops24h 41m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$1,741
Thu 19/209:10
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops47h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 23/216:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops27h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,784
Sun 15/306:05
WLG
-
JFK
3 stops33h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/309:45
JFK
-
WLG
3 stops45h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$1,785
Tue 10/306:05
WLG
-
LGA
3 stops33h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/313:05
LGA
-
WLG
3 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$1,785
Sun 15/306:05
WLG
-
LGA
3 stops33h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/311:30
LGA
-
WLG
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$1,807
Sat 14/315:55
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/320:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop23h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 28/1$1,842
Thu 19/206:05
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops47h 52m
American Airlines
Mon 23/208:00
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops35h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,865

Find flight deals from Wellington to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,714

One-way from

$875

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,374
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 19/2-1/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 96h 24m total
  • Wellington to New York
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4/3
  • 4/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 04m total
  • Wellington to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($231 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to New York State that are best for you.

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Wellington

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New York

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Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 13/3

06:05-22:39

3 stops33h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

09:45-00:05

3 stops45h 20m

$1,714

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Tue 10/3

06:05-22:39

3 stops33h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

09:45-00:05

3 stops45h 20m

$1,717

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Fri 13/3

06:05-10:53

3 stops45h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 20/3

15:30-14:50

3 stops30h 20m

$1,736

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Wed 11/3

16:45-23:14

2 stops23h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/3

15:39-09:20

2 stops24h 41m

$1,741

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Thu 19/2

06:05-09:18

3 stops45h 13m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/3

11:30-00:05

3 stops42h 35m

$1,782

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 19/2

09:10-14:20

2 stops47h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/2

16:30-13:35

2 stops27h 05m

$1,784

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 15/3

06:05-22:39

3 stops33h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

09:45-00:05

3 stops45h 20m

$1,785

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Tue 10/3

06:05-22:33

3 stops33h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 14/3

13:05-00:05

3 stops42h 00m

$1,785

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Sun 15/3

06:05-22:33

3 stops33h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 25/3

11:30-14:50

3 stops34h 20m

$1,807

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Thu 19/2

06:05-11:57

2 stops47h 52m

Newark

Mon 23/2

08:00-13:35

2 stops35h 35m

$1,865

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 29 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andAir Canada from Wellington to New York State by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
980 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to New York. 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 from for flights from Wellington to New York?

    Most people fly from Wellington (WLG) if they book a flight from Wellington to New York. Wellington is conveniently located just 5.3 km from Wellington’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to State of New York?

    Air New Zealand, American Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from Wellington to State of New York in just under 23h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 41m. Wellington and State of New York are separated by a distance of 14405 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wellington to State of New York?

    Most travellers choose Wellington - Newark, Wellington - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Wellington - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Wellington to State of New York.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to New York?

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

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

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