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Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York from $887

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NYC
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
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 11 May 2026.

Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,693
Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,718
Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
American Airlines
Sun 31/508:05
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops37h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,723
Mon 11/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,728
Thu 14/508:20
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops28h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/517:27
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops28h 38m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,732
Thu 14/513:00
AKL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
Delta
Mon 18/519:00
JFK
-
AKL
1 stop43h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/5$1,732
Wed 13/508:20
AKL
-
LGA
2 stops28h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 17/517:58
LGA
-
AKL
2 stops28h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,732
Fri 22/516:35
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops38h 24m
American Airlines
Tue 26/517:33
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops38h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,742
Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 30/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,752
Wed 20/508:20
AKL
-
LGA
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 17/618:46
LGA
-
AKL
2 stops27h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,752
Wed 13/506:45
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops32h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 17/512:20
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops33h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,753
Mon 11/508:20
AKL
-
LGA
2 stops27h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 24/518:00
LGA
-
AKL
2 stops28h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,758

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 11 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,765

One-way from

$887

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,807

Good round-trip deal

$1,740 or less

Good one-way deal

$837 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/5-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 10m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

16:35-14:59

2 stops38h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

17:33-00:20

2 stops38h 47m

$1,742

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

06:00-16:02

2 stops50h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

13:59-00:20

2 stops42h 21m

$1,765

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Wed 20/5

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

16:30-13:35

2 stops29h 05m

$1,772

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Fri 22/5

06:05-19:14

2 stops29h 09m

Newark

Tue 26/5

17:25-23:55

2 stops38h 30m

$1,904

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/7

06:10-18:52

2 stops28h 42m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/8

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

$2,258

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

06:45-19:22

2 stops28h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 20/6

15:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

$2,258

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

08:30-16:20

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

17:25-15:25

2 stops30h 00m

$2,296

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/6

18:25-19:35

1 stop41h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

21:55-11:20

1 stop21h 25m

$2,298

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/6

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

16:30-13:35

2 stops29h 05m

$2,305

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Wed 10/6

20:10-19:35

1 stop39h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

21:55-12:25

1 stop22h 30m

$2,307

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to New York?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to New York, you should look to book at least 1 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $240). Flying from New Zealand to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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 11 May 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 118 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 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, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% 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 11 May 2026.
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
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,326 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,034 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,017 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand fly from New Zealand to New York in about 29h 09m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 01m. The distance from New Zealand to New York is about 14379 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: United Airlines (72%), Air New Zealand (72%), Lufthansa (72%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $5,277 for a flight from New Zealand to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $724 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,725.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $240). Flying from New Zealand to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$975Average$1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,404Average$2,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,450Average$1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,604Average$2,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,685Average$2,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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