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Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $1,034

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JFK
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2026.

Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,735
Mon 18/513:25
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops33h 31m
British Airways
Mon 1/608:05
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops37h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,014
Mon 18/506:05
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops52h 55m
British Airways
Sun 31/508:05
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops37h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,018
Mon 11/506:05
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops52h 55m
British Airways
Sun 24/508:05
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops37h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,023
Mon 18/515:45
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 25/517:33
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops29h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,128
Fri 1/516:35
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 3/517:00
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/4$2,159
Thu 21/517:45
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop38h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/508:05
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops37h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,190
Mon 18/506:15
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/519:20
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,191
Mon 18/513:05
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/521:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops49h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,198
Tue 19/521:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop35h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/517:25
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops38h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,252
Sun 17/506:05
WLG
-
JFK
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/508:05
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,278
Tue 19/517:45
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop38h 35m
Qantas Airways
Thu 28/517:25
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops38h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,283

Find flight deals from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,744

One-way from

$1,034

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,256

Good round-trip deal

$1,715 or less

Good one-way deal

$839 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 18/5-31/5
  • Nonstop
  • 33h 30m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 18/5
  • Nonstop
  • 15h 55m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2026.
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AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

06:00-20:05

2 stops30h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 19/5

16:30-13:20

2 stops28h 50m

$2,076

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

13:25-06:56

2 stops33h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/5

15:30-13:20

2 stops29h 50m

$2,106

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Mon 18/5

06:15-16:20

1 stop26h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

19:20-08:40

1 stop21h 20m

$2,191

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

20:30-16:20

1 stop35h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

19:20-13:00

1 stop25h 40m

$2,479

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/5

16:25-16:20

Nonstop15h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/5

16:30-15:05

2 stops30h 35m

$2,484

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 21/5

17:45-16:20

1 stop38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

15:30-14:45

2 stops31h 15m

$2,487

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/6

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/6

16:30-14:40

2 stops30h 10m

$2,543

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Sun 17/5

21:10-16:20

1 stop35h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

19:20-21:05

1 stop33h 45m

$2,594
Fastest return journey

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/7

19:25-19:35

Nonstop16h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/7

21:55-07:45

Nonstop17h 50m

$2,611

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Sun 7/6

15:45-06:00

2 stops30h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 14/6

17:29-15:25

2 stops29h 56m

$2,625

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $243). Flying from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport as you normally would.

How often are flights from New Zealand to New York delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between New Zealand and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Zealand to New York flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 24 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andCathay Pacific from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,295 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,025 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,666 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 16h 10m. Fly via Qantas Airways, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 14206 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $243). Flying from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$989Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,478Average$2,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,517Average$2,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,628Average$2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,710Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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