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 22h 14m on average. Another popular route from New York to Wellington is flying from Newark to Wellington, which will take roughly 24h 36m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

American Airlines, Air Canada, and Air New Zealand 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 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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7:20 pm - 10:10 am

JFK

WLG

20h 50m1 stop

4:45 pm - 5:00 pm

WLG

JFK

18h 15m1 stop

$1,194Air New Zealand

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7

9:55 pm - 5:45 pm

JFK

WLG

27h 50m2 stops

11:30 am - 7:35 pm

WLG

JFK

24h 05m2 stops

$1,201Air New Zealand

Sat, May 2 - Thu, May 14

9:55 pm - 5:45 pm

JFK

WLG

27h 50m2 stops

7:45 am - 7:35 pm

WLG

JFK

27h 50m1 stop

$1,208Air New Zealand

Sat, May 2 - Thu, May 14

8:29 pm - 8:40 am

JFK

WLG

44h 11m2 stops

9:25 pm - 7:35 pm

WLG

JFK

38h 10m1 stop

$1,250Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 17 - Wed, May 27

7:20 pm - 8:35 am

JFK

WLG

21h 15m1 stop

1:05 pm - 4:20 pm

WLG

JFK

19h 15m1 stop

$1,251Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 17 - Wed, May 27

7:20 pm - 10:10 am

JFK

WLG

20h 50m1 stop

11:55 am - 5:00 pm

WLG

JFK

23h 05m1 stop

$1,318United Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

8:40 pm - 12:05 am

EWR

WLG

57h 25m2 stops

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

WLG

EWR

28h 25m2 stops

$1,434United Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

6:50 pm - 11:55 pm

LGA

WLG

37h 05m2 stops

6:05 am - 6:59 pm

WLG

LGA

28h 54m2 stops

$1,558Qantas Airways

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19

1:05 pm - 12:05 am

LGA

WLG

41h 00m3 stops

3:55 pm - 8:07 am

WLG

LGA

58h 12m3 stops

$1,685Air Canada

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

5:13 pm - 6:10 pm

LGA

WLG

54h 57m2 stops

4:00 pm - 6:59 pm

WLG

LGA

44h 59m2 stops

$1,764Qantas Airways

Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20

Air New Zealand flights from New York to Wellington

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Air New Zealand

Jan 24

JFK7:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

WLG10:10 amWellington

Feb 7

WLG4:45 pmWellington

18h 15m

1 stop

JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,194

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Air New Zealand

Feb 1

EWR3:30 pmNewark

23h 10m

2 stops

WLG8:40 amWellington

Feb 8

WLG2:55 pmWellington

24h 30m

2 stops

EWR9:25 pmNewark

$1,215

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Air New Zealand

Jan 31

EWR8:40 pmNewark

42h 00m

2 stops

WLG8:40 amWellington

Feb 7

WLG8:00 pmWellington

43h 19m

2 stops

EWR9:19 pmNewark

$1,227

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American Airlines flights from New York to Wellington

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American Airlines

Feb 1

JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 05m

2 stops

WLG1:35 pmWellington

Feb 8

WLG6:05 amWellington

28h 21m

2 stops

JFK4:26 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,245

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American Airlines

Jan 24

JFK5:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

WLG8:35 amWellington

Feb 6

WLG7:40 amWellington

27h 37m

2 stops

JFK5:17 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,043

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American Airlines

Jan 24

LGA5:13 pmNew York LaGuardia

25h 07m

2 stops

WLG12:20 pmWellington

Feb 7

WLG7:40 amWellington

26h 27m

2 stops

LGA4:07 pmNew York LaGuardia

$2,090

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JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/24

7:20 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 50m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

4:45 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$1,194

New YorkWellington

JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/2

9:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Wellington

Thu 5/14

11:30 am-7:35 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,201

New YorkWellington

JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/2

9:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Wellington

Thu 5/14

7:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,208

New YorkWellington

JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/17

8:29 pm-8:40 am

2 stops44h 11m

Wellington

Wed 5/27

9:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,250

New YorkWellington

JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/17

7:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 15m

Wellington

Wed 5/27

1:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,251

New YorkWellington

JFK - WLG

JFKWLG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

7:20 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 50m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

11:55 am-5:00 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,318

NewarkWellington

EWR - WLG

EWRWLG

Newark

Sat 1/31

8:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops57h 25m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,434

New YorkWellington

LGA - WLG

LGAWLG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

6:50 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Wellington

Tue 5/19

6:05 am-6:59 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$1,558

New YorkWellington

LGA - WLG

LGAWLG

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/5

1:05 pm-12:05 am

3 stops41h 00m

Wellington

Mon 2/9

3:55 pm-8:07 am

3 stops58h 12m

$1,685

New YorkWellington

LGA - WLG

LGAWLG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/13

5:13 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops54h 57m

Wellington

Tue 1/20

4:00 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops44h 59m

$1,764

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Wellington from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,475. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to Wellington for around $2,200.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Wellington is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to Wellington in the morning for as low as $1,409. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $2,099 on average. Flights to Wellington from New York at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Wellington flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 50m
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The fastest flight from New York to Wellington takes 20h 50m

There are no direct flights from New York to Wellington. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Wellington.

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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.
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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