How long does it take to fly to Wellington?

Flight times from New York to Wellington vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into Wellington (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 40m on average. Another popular route from New York to Wellington is flying from New York to Wellington, which will take roughly 22h 47m. 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 is the most popular carrier 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 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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2:00 pm - 8:40 amEWR Newark-WLG Wellington

24h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

4:10 pm - 9:17 pmWLG Wellington-EWR Newark

23h 07m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,271Air New Zealand

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

7:25 pm - 5:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

28h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Napier Hawkes Bay

9:10 am - 6:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m2 stops Napier Hawkes Bay Auckland Intl

$1,298Air New Zealand

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 20

7:25 pm - 8:15 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:10 am - 6:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,302Air New Zealand

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 20

7:25 pm - 8:15 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:10 am - 6:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,303Air New Zealand

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 20

9:30 am - 8:40 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

29h 10m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

6:30 am - 6:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,304Air New Zealand

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 20

7:25 pm - 5:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

28h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Napier Hawkes Bay

8:55 am - 6:00 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 05m2 stops New Plymouth Auckland Intl

$1,314Air New Zealand

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 20

7:25 pm - 7:25 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

30h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Tauranga

12:50 pm - 6:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,320Air New Zealand

Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 29

8:25 pm - 5:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-WLG Wellington

27h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:45 am - 7:35 pmWLG Wellington-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,325Air New Zealand

Mon, Mar 15 - Mon, Apr 5

12:20 pm - 8:40 amLGA New York LaGuardia-WLG Wellington

26h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

5:10 pm - 9:59 pmWLG Wellington-LGA New York LaGuardia

21h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,325Air New Zealand

Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 29

5:40 am - 8:40 amEWR Newark-WLG Wellington

33h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

7:00 pm - 9:17 pmWLG Wellington-EWR Newark

44h 17m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,325Air New Zealand

Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 14

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Mar 8

JFK4:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 21m

2 stops

WLG11:50 pmWellington

Mar 22

WLG1:40 pmWellington

18h 55m

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JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,423

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Feb 26

JFK5:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 45m

1 stop

WLG12:00 pmWellington

Mar 14

WLG8:10 pmWellington

36h 25m

1 stop

JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,424

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Mar 12

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 50m

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WLG2:50 pmWellington

Mar 22

WLG6:05 amWellington

32h 43m

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JFK9:48 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,440

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Nov 26

EWR2:00 pmNewark

24h 40m

2 stops

WLG8:40 amWellington

Dec 3

WLG4:10 pmWellington

23h 07m

2 stops

EWR9:17 pmNewark

$1,271

Air New Zealand

Mar 6

JFK7:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 20m

2 stops

WLG5:45 pmWellington

Mar 20

WLG9:10 amWellington

25h 50m

2 stops

JFK6:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,298

Air New Zealand

Mar 6

JFK7:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

WLG8:15 pmWellington

Mar 20

WLG10:10 amWellington

24h 50m

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JFK6:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,302

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Thu 11/26

2:00 pm-8:40 am

2 stops24h 40m

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Thu 12/3

4:10 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops23h 07m

$1,271

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

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Sat 3/6

7:25 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops28h 20m

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Sat 3/20

9:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,298

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

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Sat 3/6

7:25 pm-8:15 pm

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1 stop24h 50m

$1,302

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/6

7:25 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Wellington

Sat 3/20

10:10 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$1,303

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/6

9:30 am-8:40 am

2 stops29h 10m

Wellington

Sat 3/20

6:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,304

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/6

7:25 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Wellington

Sat 3/20

8:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$1,314

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

7:25 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Wellington

Mon 3/29

12:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,320

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - WLG Wellington

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/15

8:25 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Wellington

Mon 4/5

10:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$1,325

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LGA New York LaGuardia - WLG Wellington

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New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/8

12:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops26h 20m

Wellington

Mon 3/29

5:10 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops21h 49m

$1,325

NewarkWellington

EWR Newark - WLG Wellington

EWRWLG

Newark

Tue 12/1

5:40 am-8:40 am

2 stops33h 00m

Wellington

Mon 12/14

7:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops44h 17m

$1,325

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The best one-way flight to Wellington from New York in the past 72 hours is $730. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Wellington found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,271.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Wellington

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 55m.
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 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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