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Cheap flights from Wellington to New York State from $1,256

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JFK
29 Apr — 6 May1
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 30 March 2026.

Sat 2/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/519:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,175
Thu 30/421:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/519:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,181
Sat 9/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/519:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$2,186
Sat 23/506:00
WLG
-
EWR
2 stops30h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 24/516:00
EWR
-
WLG
2 stops40h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,250
Sat 2/506:05
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops26h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sat 9/521:32
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops58h 23m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$2,271
Sat 2/517:00
WLG
-
LGA
2 stops22h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 9/507:20
LGA
-
WLG
3 stops34h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,275
Mon 11/506:00
WLG
-
LGA
3 stops53h 06m
United Airlines
Mon 18/515:47
LGA
-
WLG
2 stops27h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,424
Tue 19/521:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/517:33
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops38h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,469
Mon 11/517:00
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop18h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 18/521:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 26/3$2,494
Sat 31/1006:05
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops42h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 4/1114:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops29h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,499
Tue 19/506:05
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops30h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/517:33
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops29h 12m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$2,501
Tue 5/521:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/509:00
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,522

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 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,175

One-way from

$1,256

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,711
2/5-9/5
  • 2/5-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Wellington to New York
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13/9
  • 13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • Wellington to New York
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

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WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sat 9/5

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 16/5

19:20-07:50

1 stop20h 30m

$2,186

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Sat 2/5

17:00-23:15

2 stops22h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/5

06:00-08:10

2 stops34h 10m

$2,275

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Mon 11/5

06:00-19:06

3 stops53h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 18/5

15:47-11:15

2 stops27h 28m

$2,424

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 10/5

18:45-19:35

1 stop40h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

21:55-13:30

1 stop23h 35m

$2,525

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Wed 10/6

06:05-19:22

2 stops29h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 23/6

18:46-14:45

2 stops27h 59m

$2,654

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Mon 11/5

10:45-19:35

1 stop24h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$2,659

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 10/5

21:10-16:20

1 stop35h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

07:59-14:45

2 stops38h 46m

$2,668

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Thu 21/5

10:05-05:18

2 stops35h 13m

Newark

Sun 24/5

09:00-08:40

2 stops31h 40m

$2,670

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Sun 10/5

06:05-18:59

2 stops28h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 18/5

17:58-14:45

2 stops28h 47m

$2,677

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Wed 10/6

06:05-19:14

2 stops29h 09m

Newark

Tue 23/6

17:25-23:55

2 stops38h 30m

$2,678

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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 30 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
623 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,014 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,862 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 22h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 35m. 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.

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