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Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York from $819

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NYC
10 May — 17 May1
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 10 April 2026.

Mon 4/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 17/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,598
Wed 27/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 10/619:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,610
Sat 9/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 13/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,618
Mon 4/506:45
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops38h 54m
British Airways
Sun 17/517:29
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops28h 36m
British Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,625
Mon 18/506:45
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops39h 15m
British Airways
Mon 1/619:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,627
Mon 18/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/619:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,632
Mon 4/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
American Airlines
Sun 17/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,639
Mon 25/512:55
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/617:25
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,646
Mon 18/508:20
AKL
-
LGA
2 stops27h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/616:00
LGA
-
AKL
2 stops28h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,646
Tue 19/521:10
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/515:30
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,649
Mon 11/506:00
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/517:25
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,654
Mon 11/506:00
CHC
-
LGA
2 stops29h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/518:46
LGA
-
CHC
2 stops28h 39m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,654

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,598

One-way from

$819

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,268

Good round-trip deal

$1,716 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,035 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 4/5-17/5
  • Nonstop
  • 33h 30m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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3/6
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

06:00-19:00

2 stops29h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

18:46-15:25

2 stops28h 39m

$1,654

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

12:55-16:20

1 stop19h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

17:25-15:25

2 stops30h 00m

$1,670

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

08:20-20:05

2 stops27h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/6

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

$1,673

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

08:20-20:50

2 stops28h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27/5

16:00-12:15

2 stops28h 15m

$1,673

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

08:20-20:05

2 stops27h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

15:45-12:15

2 stops28h 30m

$1,678

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

08:20-19:00

2 stops26h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 20/5

17:58-14:05

2 stops28h 07m

$1,678

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

08:20-19:22

2 stops27h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/6

18:46-14:05

2 stops27h 19m

$1,683

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

16:35-07:00

2 stops30h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

14:36-00:20

2 stops41h 44m

$1,690

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Mon 11/5

13:05-16:20

1 stop19h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

17:33-14:45

2 stops29h 12m

$1,690

WellingtonNew York

WLG - LGA

WLGLGA

Wellington

Mon 11/5

06:05-20:00

2 stops29h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

18:00-14:45

2 stops28h 45m

$1,690

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York (average of $370). Flying from New Zealand to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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 10 April 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 22% 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 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 10 April 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
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
627 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,268 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,018 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
11,568 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
10,915 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and Air New Zealand fly from New Zealand to New York in about 21h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 26m. 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 - New York LaGuardia or Auckland Intl - Newark, 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 (70%), Air New Zealand (70%), Lufthansa (70%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $5,158 for a flight from New Zealand to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $803 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,598.

  • 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 $370). Flying from New Zealand to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,647). 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$995Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,486Average$2,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,526Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,637Average$2,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,720Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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