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Cheap flights from Wellington to New York State from $1,451

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JFK
12 Apr — 19 Apr1
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 13 March 2026.

Mon 20/417:00
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop18h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/421:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$1,451
Sun 26/419:50
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop39h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/521:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$1,490
Sat 25/410:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sat 2/521:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$1,507
Thu 21/515:55
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/516:05
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,511
Thu 21/521:25
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops43h 39m
Air New Zealand
Tue 26/520:05
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops44h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/3$1,598
Wed 22/413:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/417:29
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops29h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,601
Thu 21/510:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 25/521:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop42h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,606
Thu 23/415:55
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 40m
Air New Zealand
Thu 30/421:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/3$1,620
Sun 26/412:55
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops34h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/515:50
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops25h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$1,625
Sat 31/1006:05
WLG
-
LGA
2 stops47h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1117:59
LGA
-
WLG
2 stops50h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,628
Tue 19/506:05
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops30h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/517:25
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops29h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,705
Tue 19/506:05
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops30h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 25/517:25
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops38h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,713

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 13 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,451

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,671
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Wellington to New York
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Cheapest return flight

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Wed 22/4

15:40-05:39

2 stops29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

16:30-13:35

2 stops29h 05m

$1,603
Fastest return journey

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 21/5

17:00-19:35

1 stop18h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,615

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 23/4

15:55-19:35

1 stop19h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/4

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,620

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 23/4

15:40-05:24

2 stops29h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/4

16:30-14:40

2 stops30h 10m

$1,628

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 26/4

15:40-05:39

2 stops29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

19:20-08:35

1 stop21h 15m

$1,632

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 26/4

15:40-05:39

2 stops29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

17:29-14:45

2 stops29h 16m

$1,637

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 26/4

15:40-05:39

2 stops29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

19:20-08:35

1 stop21h 15m

$1,643

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 21/5

17:00-19:35

1 stop18h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/5

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,645

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 24/4

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/5

16:30-13:35

2 stops29h 05m

$1,659

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Tue 19/5

19:10-16:20

1 stop37h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

19:20-13:35

1 stop26h 15m

$1,676

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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 13 March 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
610 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,800 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

    United Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways can get you from Wellington to State of New York in just under 18h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 15m. Wellington and State of New York are separated by a distance of 14407 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 - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Wellington - Newark 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.

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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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