How long does it take to fly to Wellington?

Flight times from New York to Wellington vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Wellington (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 35m on average. Another popular route from New York to Wellington is flying from Newark to Wellington, which will take roughly 25h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Wellington?

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Wellington

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Wellington Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Wellington Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Wellington Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from New York to Wellington Airport as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Wellington Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Wellington Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Wellington Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Wellington Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:15 pm - 9:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:45 am - 2:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,339Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 18

2:50 pm - 8:10 amEWR Newark-WLG Wellington

24h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

3:05 pm - 9:25 pmWLG Wellington-EWR Newark

24h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,354Air New Zealand

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 18

7:29 pm - 11:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

35h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

10:45 am - 2:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,357Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 18

8:25 pm - 5:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

28h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Napier Hawkes Bay

3:15 pm - 5:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

43h 45m2 stops New Plymouth Auckland Intl

$1,377Air New Zealand

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 18

9:55 pm - 5:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

27h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Napier Hawkes Bay

1:40 pm - 7:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 55m2 stops Tauranga Auckland Intl

$1,377Air New Zealand

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

9:55 pm - 4:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

27h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Tauranga

9:55 am - 7:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,384Air New Zealand

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

6:30 pm - 11:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

37h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 8:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,405Qantas Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

11:30 am - 2:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

33h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

4:00 pm - 6:30 amWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco

$1,484Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15

11:20 am - 8:10 amLGA New York LaGuardia-WLG Wellington

28h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

4:55 pm - 11:15 pmWLG Wellington-LGA New York LaGuardia

22h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,502Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

2:25 pm - 9:20 amLGA New York LaGuardia-WLG Wellington

26h 55m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl

4:55 pm - 11:15 pmWLG Wellington-LGA New York LaGuardia

22h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,506Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

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10:00 pm - 1:35 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

47h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

1:05 pm - 3:10 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$1,723Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

10:00 pm - 1:35 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

47h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

1:05 pm - 3:10 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$1,796Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

11:20 am - 7:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

51h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

1:05 pm - 3:10 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$1,800Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

10:00 pm - 2:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

48h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

1:05 pm - 3:10 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$2,025Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

6:05 pm - 11:10 pmEWR Newark-WLG Wellington

37h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 4:33 pmWLG Wellington-EWR Newark

26h 28m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$2,123Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

8:10 pm - 2:50 pmEWR Newark-WLG Wellington

50h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Melbourne

4:55 pm - 10:43 pmWLG Wellington-EWR Newark

21h 48m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$2,348Air New Zealand

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

6:30 pm - 1:35 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

51h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Melbourne

3:55 pm - 6:01 amWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 06m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco

$2,616Qantas Airways

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5:00 pm - 2:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

29h 45m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 4:20 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl

$2,700Qantas Airways

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

6:59 pm - 2:45 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-WLG Wellington

27h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 7:29 pmWLG Wellington-LGA New York LaGuardia

29h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,736Qantas Airways

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

6:59 pm - 2:45 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-WLG Wellington

27h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 am - 7:29 pmWLG Wellington-LGA New York LaGuardia

29h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,938Qantas Airways

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Aug 21

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Oct 31

EWR2:50 pmNewark

24h 20m

2 stops

WLG8:10 amWellington

Nov 18

WLG3:05 pmWellington

24h 20m

2 stops

EWR9:25 pmNewark

$1,354

Air New Zealand

Sep 3

JFK9:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 50m

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WLG5:45 pmWellington

Sep 10

WLG1:40 pmWellington

21h 55m

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JFK7:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,377

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Sep 3

JFK9:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 00m

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Sep 10

WLG9:55 amWellington

25h 40m

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JFK7:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,384

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Sep 2

JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 25m

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WLG11:55 pmWellington

Sep 9

WLG6:05 amWellington

30h 30m

2 stops

JFK8:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,405

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Nov 12

JFK11:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 20m

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WLG2:50 pmWellington

Nov 15

WLG4:00 pmWellington

32h 30m

2 stops

JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,484

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Sep 2

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 45m

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WLG2:45 pmWellington

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WLG6:05 amWellington

30h 30m

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$1,501

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6:15 pm-9:05 am

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7:29 pm-11:50 pm

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1 stop21h 50m

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$1,377

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9:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 50m

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Thu 9/10

1:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$1,377

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Thu 9/3

9:55 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops27h 00m

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Thu 9/10

9:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,384

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6:30 pm-11:55 pm

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Thu 11/12

11:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops33h 20m

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Sun 11/15

4:00 pm-6:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

$1,484

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Wed 9/2

11:20 am-8:10 am

3 stops28h 50m

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Wed 9/9

4:55 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$1,502

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Thu 9/3

2:25 pm-9:20 am

3 stops26h 55m

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Thu 9/10

4:55 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$1,506

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from New York, with most prices found around $0. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Wellington from New York during May instead. Flights to Wellington in May, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around $0.

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How far is New York to Wellington by plane?
There are 8945.8 mi between New York and Wellington. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Wellington Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Wellington Airport were last updated today.
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There are 2 operators available for flights from New York to Wellington Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Wellington Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Wellington Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Wellington Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Wellington Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Wellington?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Wellington is Air New Zealand, representing 100% of all bookings.

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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,392	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 659 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,079 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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