Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York from $855

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NYC
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
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 June 2026.

Mon 7/1214:00
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops41h 03m
Air Canada
Mon 21/1218:15
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop22h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/6$1,642
Mon 7/1214:00
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops24h 58m
Air Canada
Mon 21/1209:45
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops31h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/6$1,663
Mon 10/819:50
AKL
-
LGA
1 stop19h 24m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/814:00
LGA
-
AKL
1 stop23h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/6$1,675
Thu 8/1019:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sat 17/1020:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/6$1,693
Wed 5/820:40
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops38h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/821:55
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop22h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/6$1,693
Thu 8/1020:15
AKL
-
EWR
1 stop36h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1018:19
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,703
Mon 13/710:40
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops24h 55m
Air New Zealand
Thu 27/821:55
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops24h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/6$1,717
Sat 10/1014:50
AKL
-
EWR
1 stop25h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1018:19
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,721
Sat 10/1019:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sat 17/1020:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/6$1,729
Tue 8/920:15
AKL
-
EWR
1 stop39h 12m
Air New Zealand
Sat 12/906:00
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop33h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/6$1,731
Thu 16/716:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 12/819:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/6$1,735
Thu 27/819:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 10/921:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/6$1,736

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,627

One-way from

$855

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,323

Good round-trip deal

$1,707 or less

Good one-way deal

$903 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 7/12-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 23m total
  • New Zealand to New York
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 7/9
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 10m total
  • New Zealand to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to New York (NYC).

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Wed 5/8

21:00-19:35

1 stop38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 17/8

21:55-12:25

1 stop22h 30m

$1,693

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Tue 4/8

15:00-06:20

2 stops31h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/8

21:55-15:25

1 stop25h 30m

$1,764
Fastest return journey

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Wed 26/8

16:25-16:20

Nonstop15h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

$1,778

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/10

13:35-23:45

2 stops27h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 6/11

15:00-08:15

2 stops23h 15m

$1,778

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/10

20:15-09:15

2 stops30h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/10

11:00-05:00

2 stops25h 00m

$1,787

AucklandNewark

AKL - EWR

AKLEWR

Auckland Intl

Wed 26/8

08:20-19:21

2 stops27h 01m

Newark

Wed 9/9

18:27-14:05

2 stops27h 38m

$1,787

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/9

19:50-09:13

2 stops29h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 23/9

13:25-06:00

2 stops24h 35m

$1,797

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/11

08:20-19:00

2 stops28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/11

17:10-04:50

Nonstop17h 40m

$1,799

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/10

13:35-19:22

1 stop22h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/11

12:25-08:15

2 stops25h 50m

$1,802

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/10

14:50-23:30

2 stops25h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 19/10

06:00-06:00

2 stops31h 00m

$1,802

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $272). Flying from New Zealand to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,217). 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 June 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.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 June 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 119 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.

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 82 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.

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 June 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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to New York?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Delta fly from New Zealand to New York in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 40m. The distance from New Zealand to New York is about 14206 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to New York one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to New York are Air New Zealand ($770), American Airlines ($818), and Qantas Airways ($823).

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

  • 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 (82%), Air New Zealand (82%), Lufthansa (82%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $5,219 for a flight from New Zealand to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $825 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,701.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $272). Flying from New Zealand to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,217). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,013Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,374Average$2,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,487Average$2,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,669Average$2,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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