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Cheap flights from Wellington to New York from $1,831

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — NYC
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap 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 24 January 2025.

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$1,831

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,006
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/3-12/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 41m total
  • Wellington to New York
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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 24 January 2025.

Wed 5/307:40WLG - LGA
2 stops27h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/318:59LGA - WLG
2 stops29h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,831
Wed 5/309:45WLG - EWR
2 stops25h 06mAir Canada
Wed 12/321:01EWR - WLG
3 stops57h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 22/1$1,921
Thu 6/312:05WLG - JFK
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/314:50JFK - WLG
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1$2,092
Thu 6/308:30WLG - JFK
2 stops26h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 13/315:30JFK - WLG
3 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/1$2,165
Sat 8/306:00WLG - EWR
2 stops30h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/315:30EWR - WLG
2 stops48h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1$2,181
Sun 9/320:00WLG - JFK
1 stop39h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/320:20JFK - WLG
1 stop25h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/1$2,239
Fri 8/812:35WLG - EWR
2 stops26h 18mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/815:50EWR - WLG
2 stops26h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/1$2,290
Fri 8/807:40WLG - JFK
1 stop24h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 22/817:29JFK - WLG
2 stops29h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$2,297
Fri 8/806:00WLG - LGA
2 stops27h 29mQantas Airways
Fri 22/819:00LGA - WLG
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$2,301
Sun 9/313:35WLG - EWR
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/314:18EWR - WLG
3 stops33h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$2,308
Sat 8/316:45WLG - JFK
1 stop18h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/320:20JFK - WLG
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1$2,315
Wed 5/317:15WLG - LGA
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/309:30LGA - WLG
3 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1$2,339

Find flights from Wellington to New York within your budget

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WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Wed 5/3

07:40-17:15

2 stops27h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/3

18:59-17:05

2 stops29h 06m

$1,831

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Wed 5/3

09:45-16:51

2 stops25h 06m

Newark

Wed 12/3

21:01-23:40

3 stops57h 39m

$1,921

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 6/3

12:05-05:45

2 stops35h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/3

14:50-16:05

2 stops32h 15m

$2,092

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 6/3

08:30-16:59

2 stops26h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/3

15:30-11:35

3 stops27h 05m

$2,165

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Sat 8/3

06:00-18:39

2 stops30h 39m

Newark

Sat 15/3

15:30-08:40

2 stops48h 10m

$2,181

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 9/3

20:00-18:00

1 stop39h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/3

20:20-14:20

1 stop25h 00m

$2,239

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Sun 9/3

13:35-04:50

2 stops33h 15m

Newark

Sat 22/3

14:18-17:05

3 stops33h 47m

$2,308

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sat 8/3

16:45-17:00

1 stop18h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/3

20:20-11:20

1 stop22h 00m

$2,315

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Wed 5/3

17:15-23:10

2 stops23h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/3

09:30-08:40

3 stops30h 10m

$2,339

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sat 15/3

06:00-21:30

2 stops32h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/3

17:29-21:20

3 stops34h 51m

$2,398

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Travel insights for flights from Wellington to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Wellington to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WLG to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Wellington to New York in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

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 24 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines from Wellington to New York. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
482 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,831), Air Canada ($1,921), and United Airlines ($2,181) offers the cheapest pricing from Wellington to New York. You may be able to fly from Wellington to New York for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Wellington to New York, consider Wellington - Newark, Wellington - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Wellington - New York LaGuardia, 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.

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Top airline flying from Wellington to New York

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,559Average$2,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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