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Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York from $877

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NYC
19 Jan — 26 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2025.

Sat 20/1214:35AKL - JFK
2 stops27h 20mDelta
Sat 27/1212:15JFK - AKL
1 stop26h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,108
Tue 30/1214:35AKL - JFK
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Mon 12/112:55JFK - AKL
2 stops25h 40mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,120
Tue 30/1214:35AKL - LGA
2 stops38h 38mDelta
Tue 13/114:59LGA - AKL
2 stops23h 36mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,120
Tue 30/1223:30AKL - EWR
2 stops25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/119:29EWR - AKL
2 stops31h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,150
Wed 24/1214:35AKL - EWR
2 stops21h 57mDelta
Wed 7/114:30EWR - AKL
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Deal found 19/12$2,218
Wed 24/1214:35AKL - JFK
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Wed 7/115:25JFK - AKL
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Deal found 19/12$2,218
Wed 24/1214:35AKL - LGA
2 stops22h 37mDelta
Wed 7/114:59LGA - AKL
2 stops23h 36mDelta
Deal found 19/12$2,218
Tue 30/1223:30AKL - EWR
2 stops48h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/119:29EWR - AKL
2 stops55h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,244
Tue 30/1214:35AKL - JFK
2 stops39h 13mDelta
Thu 15/109:40JFK - AKL
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,275
Sat 27/1214:35AKL - JFK
1 stop24h 00mDelta
Wed 14/116:55JFK - AKL
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,290
Sat 27/1214:35AKL - LGA
2 stops22h 19mDelta
Tue 13/114:00LGA - AKL
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,290
Sat 27/1215:50AKL - LGA
2 stops36h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/117:55LGA - AKL
1 stop21h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,336

Find flight deals from New Zealand to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 20 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,686

One-way from

$877

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,452

Good round-trip deal

$1,649 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,081 or less
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  • 18/2-22/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 45m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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  • 43h 45m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to New York 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 20 December 2025.
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ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

11:50-06:30

2 stops36h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/2

14:38-13:15

2 stops28h 37m

$1,721

ChristchurchNewark

CHC - EWR

CHCEWR

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

17:00-21:19

2 stops22h 19m

Newark

Mon 9/2

08:40-08:05

2 stops29h 25m

$1,776

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Mon 2/2

16:45-23:06

2 stops24h 21m

Newark

Mon 9/2

08:40-08:10

2 stops29h 30m

$1,803

ChristchurchNewark

CHC - EWR

CHCEWR

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

06:10-08:27

3 stops44h 17m

Newark

Sun 8/2

18:25-00:40

2 stops36h 15m

$1,834

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Wed 18/2

20:55-17:00

1 stop38h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/2

19:20-11:20

1 stop22h 00m

$1,839

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Wed 18/2

14:55-20:51

2 stops23h 56m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/2

15:36-11:20

2 stops25h 44m

$1,846

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/2

14:00-21:33

2 stops25h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/4

06:30-16:55

3 stops42h 25m

$1,855

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/2

07:00-22:33

3 stops33h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/4

15:30-16:55

3 stops33h 25m

$1,860

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

13:35-18:45

2 stops22h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

12:27-07:35

2 stops26h 08m

$1,863

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/2

19:45-09:12

2 stops31h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/2

15:25-09:10

2 stops23h 45m

$1,863

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to New York?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $413). Flying from New Zealand to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,770). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

About 20% of weekly flights between New Zealand and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Friday 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, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 20 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,099 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
948 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,096 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,547 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to New York. 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 New Zealand to New York?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Air Canada fly from New Zealand to New York in about 22h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 58m. The distance from New Zealand to New York is about 14643 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to New York?

    When deciding which route to take from New Zealand to New York, consider Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Auckland Intl - Newark or Auckland Intl - New York LaGuardia, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Zealand to New York on time: American Airlines (56%), Qantas Airways (56%), United Airlines (35%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to New York?

    On average you can expect to pay $5,327 for a flight from New Zealand to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $785 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,599.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to New York?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $413). Flying from New Zealand to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,770). 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 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to New York

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to New York. 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 20 December 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$619Average$2,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$970Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,439Average$2,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,457Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,676Average$2,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,706Average$2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,836Average$2,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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