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Cheap flights from South Island to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $761

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JFK
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl

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Cheapest flights from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 March 2026.

Thu 29/1006:05
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops52h 13m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1121:25
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops56h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,539
Mon 11/506:00
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops45h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 25/516:30
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,552
Fri 1/515:45
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops29h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/516:30
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,568
Fri 1/515:45
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops29h 54m
American Airlines
Sun 3/517:29
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops29h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,578
Mon 11/512:55
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/516:30
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,590
Tue 30/606:00
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops29h 23m
American Airlines
Fri 31/719:20
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop21h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,597
Fri 1/512:55
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop19h 25m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/519:20
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop21h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/3$1,622
Wed 29/420:25
ZQN
-
JFK
1 stop39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/513:00
JFK
-
ZQN
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,701
Mon 27/410:35
ZQN
-
JFK
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 4/521:55
JFK
-
ZQN
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,771
Wed 9/907:00
ZQN
-
JFK
2 stops30h 00m
American Airlines
Sun 13/907:00
JFK
-
ZQN
2 stops39h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,802
Wed 9/910:50
ZQN
-
JFK
1 stop21h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sun 13/917:40
JFK
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/3$1,903
Fri 24/407:00
ZQN
-
JFK
2 stops29h 05m
Qantas Airways
Fri 8/517:29
JFK
-
ZQN
2 stops29h 01m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/3$1,908

Find flight deals from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated 18 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,552

One-way from

$761
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/5-25/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 34m total
  • South Island to New York
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 30m total
  • South Island to New York
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

15:45-05:39

2 stops29h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

16:30-14:25

2 stops29h 55m

$1,568

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

15:45-05:39

2 stops29h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

17:20-15:25

2 stops30h 05m

$1,595

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

11:00-19:35

1 stop24h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

21:55-13:25

1 stop23h 30m

$1,595
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

12:55-16:20

1 stop19h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

19:20-08:40

1 stop21h 20m

$1,622

QueenstownNew York

ZQN - JFK

ZQNJFK

Queenstown Intl

Mon 27/4

10:35-19:35

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

21:55-11:25

1 stop21h 30m

$1,771

QueenstownNew York

ZQN - JFK

ZQNJFK

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/9

10:50-16:20

1 stop21h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 13/9

17:40-21:15

2 stops35h 35m

$1,903

QueenstownNew York

ZQN - JFK

ZQNJFK

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/4

07:00-20:05

2 stops29h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

17:29-14:30

2 stops29h 01m

$2,226

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Tue 11/8

12:55-16:20

1 stop19h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

15:30-00:20

2 stops40h 50m

$2,522

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

16:35-07:00

2 stops30h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/5

17:20-15:25

2 stops30h 05m

$2,552

InvercargillNew York

IVC - JFK

IVCJFK

Invercargill

Sat 2/5

13:10-19:35

2 stops22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

21:55-16:15

2 stops26h 20m

$2,554

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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 18 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from South Island to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 21h 30m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 15010 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Island to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Queenstown Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Christchurch - New York John F Kennedy Intl and Invercargill - New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to John F Kennedy Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,613Average$2,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,430Average$2,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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