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Cheap flights from Wellington to New York from $1,257

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — NYC
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
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 9 May 2026.

Mon 18/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,763
Mon 18/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,791
Sun 17/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sun 21/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop20h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,793
Mon 18/509:15
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,811
Mon 18/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Qantas Airways
Mon 22/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop31h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,832
Mon 18/509:15
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 23/611:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops44h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,840
Mon 18/515:40
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops48h 19m
Qantas Airways
Sun 21/608:05
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops38h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,858
Sat 16/520:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 24/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,862
Sat 16/520:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 22/616:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops39h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,870
Fri 22/506:05
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops56h 24m
Qantas Airways
Tue 23/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop31h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,879
Sun 17/515:55
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops46h 34m
Qantas Airways
Tue 23/607:05
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops39h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,889
Sat 16/520:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Qantas Airways
Fri 26/619:20
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop21h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,890

Find flight deals from Wellington to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,862

One-way from

$1,257

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,734
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 22/5-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Wellington to New York
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 50m total
  • Wellington to New York
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 22/5

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

19:20-08:35

1 stop21h 15m

$1,862

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Fri 22/5

06:05-19:14

2 stops29h 09m

Newark

Tue 26/5

17:25-23:55

2 stops38h 30m

$1,907

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Wed 20/5

07:40-16:20

1 stop24h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 25/6

19:20-12:20

1 stop25h 00m

$2,286

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/6

18:25-19:35

1 stop41h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

21:55-11:20

1 stop21h 25m

$2,302

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/6

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

16:30-13:35

2 stops29h 05m

$2,308

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Sun 7/6

06:05-19:29

2 stops29h 24m

Newark

Tue 23/6

17:26-23:55

2 stops38h 29m

$2,372

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Sun 14/6

06:05-19:22

2 stops29h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/9

18:59-14:45

2 stops27h 46m

$2,490

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Fri 5/6

06:05-19:14

2 stops29h 09m

Newark

Thu 11/6

17:26-14:45

2 stops29h 19m

$2,527

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Mon 15/6

15:55-19:14

2 stops43h 19m

Newark

Tue 1/9

17:28-14:45

2 stops29h 17m

$2,562

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Tue 2/6

19:10-16:20

1 stop37h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/6

19:20-12:20

1 stop25h 00m

$2,569

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to New York?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to New York (average of $1,358). Flying from Wellington to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to New York?

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 9 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to New York, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
1,033 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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
11,008 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

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

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?

    If you book a flight to New York from Wellington, you will be flying from Wellington, which is the city’s only airport. Wellington (WLG) is located 5.3 km from the centre of Wellington. There are 0 flights from Wellington to New York per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Wellington to New York can take about 19h 15m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,862. There are 14407 km between Wellington and New York. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Wellington to New York, consider Wellington - New York LaGuardia, Wellington - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Wellington - Newark, as they are the most popular.

  • 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?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wellington to New York.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to New York?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to New York (average of $1,358). Flying from Wellington to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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