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Flight deals from New York to Wellington

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Wellington Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 26,262. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Wellington.R 11,118 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,118, select.
Wellington.R 11,586 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,586, select.
Wellington.R 11,594 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,594, select.
Wellington.R 11,644 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,644, select.
Wellington.R 11,844 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,844, select.
Wellington.R 12,018 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,018, select.
Wellington.R 12,255 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,255, select.
Wellington.R 12,426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,426, select.
Wellington.R 13,140 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,140, select.
Wellington.R 20,517 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 20,517, select.
Wellington.R 23,764 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 23,764, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Wellington

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Wellington flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 11,591
Jul
from R 20,424
Aug
from R 11,068
Sep
from R 11,534
Oct
from R 11,542
Nov
from R 12,369
Dec
from R 13,081
Jan
from R 11,964
Feb
from R 11,791
Mar
from R 12,200
Apr
from R 23,657
May
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New York to Wellington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Wellington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wellington.

Wellington

4km from central Wellington
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Paraparaumu

47km from central Wellington
from R 14,319
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Picton

62km from central Wellington
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Blenheim

79km from central Wellington
from R 13,843
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New York to Wellington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 11,068
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from New York to Wellington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Wellington is R 20,689. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Wellington. But we found flights with one stop from R 20,689.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Wellington.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Wellington is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Wellington Airport on Monday, 5 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Wellington Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wellington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wellington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Wellington is jetBlue .

Travelling from New York to Wellington International Airport (WLG): What you need to know

  • Wellington is 18 hours ahead of New York. Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington, which is in the UTC+13 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to WLG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from New York to WLG, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Auckland Airport (AKL) is an option when you're setting off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to WLG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 55 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Wellington International Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At LGA, that figure is 69%.

  • The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Wellington International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near WLG:

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your New York to Wellington International Airport flight.

Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington

  • Central Wellington is around 8 kilometres from Wellington International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • R 11,118 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Wellington International Airport. A return flight starts at R 20,783. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to WLG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest New York to Wellington International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from New York to WLG.

  • Find the best deal on a flight from New York to Wellington International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • March is when most people book flights from New York to Wellington International Airport (WLG). Plan your visit to Wellington in December for a more laid-back experience.

  • The warmest month in Wellington is February, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your New York to WLG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from New York to Wellington International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).

More about Wellington

  • Once you've booked your flight from New York to Wellington International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Wellington:

  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Wellington Botanic Gardens are a couple of big attractions to add to your Wellington travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Weta Workshop.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've done Wellington, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey around 129 kilometres northeast to Palmerston North to tick off its leading attractions. From Willowbank Reserve to New Zealand Rugby Museum and Victoria Esplanade Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Hastings is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres northeast of Wellington. No trip is complete without experiencing Hastings City Art Gallery, Splash Planet and Pekapeka Wetlands.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Wellington

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