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Flight deals from Wellington Airport to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,237. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.$2,222 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,222, select.

New York.$2,237 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Sat, 2 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,237, select.

New York.$2,347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,347, select.

New York.$2,410 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,410, select.

New York.$2,442 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Air New Zealand and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,442, select.

New York.$2,454 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,454, select.

New York.$2,520 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,520, select.

New York.$2,607 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,607, select.

New York.$2,633 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,633, select.

New York.$2,659 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,659, select.

New York.$2,671 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,671, select.

New York.$2,672 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand and EVA Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with EVA Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,672, select.

New York.$2,929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Wellington on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,929, select.

New York.$4,072 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Wellington on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $4,072, select.

New York.$6,268 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Wellington on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $6,268, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to New York flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Wellington to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,138
Cheapest month to fly	May

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

How many airports are there in New York?

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.

How much are return flights from Wellington to New York?

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to New York is $2,222. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Wellington to New York?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Wellington to New York. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,222.

How many flights are there a week from Wellington to New York?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Wellington to New York.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to New York?

The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to New York is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New York?

If you're flying from Wellington Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $2,222.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to New York on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to New York on Saturday, 19 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Wellington Airport to New York?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wellington Airport and New York. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Wellington Airport to New York?

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 New York 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.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in New York?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Wellington Airport to New York with?

Currently, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

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

The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is 18 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your WLG to New York flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
The journey from central Wellington to WLG takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near WLG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Wellington International Airport to New York or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the flights that depart from Wellington International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Wellington International Airport to New York flight is $1,138. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,222. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from WLG to New York if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Wellington International Airport to New York across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from WLG to New York.
Find an affordable flight from Wellington International Airport to New York with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Wellington International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from WLG to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Wellington International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
Following your WLG to New York flight, kick back at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will save you money.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Head to the city centre after your flight from Wellington International Airport to New York has arrived. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel near LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your WLG to New York flight:
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Wellington International Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Wellington International Airport to New York. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Wellington International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from WLG to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about New York

Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to New York, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are highlights.