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Cheap flights from New Zealand to New York from $741

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NYC
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
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 3 March 2026.

Tue 21/420:15
AKL
-
EWR
1 stop20h 44m
Air New Zealand
Sat 25/420:40
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop40h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,426
Thu 21/519:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 28/521:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3$1,434
Mon 20/414:40
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops20h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/521:55
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops24h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3$1,465
Mon 20/419:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/521:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/3$1,468
Mon 20/406:30
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop29h 05m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/421:55
JFK
-
WLG
1 stop23h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/3$1,478
Thu 16/419:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 23/421:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,483
Thu 16/409:10
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop26h 25m
Air New Zealand
Thu 23/421:55
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop21h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3$1,483
Thu 21/519:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/518:35
JFK
-
AKL
1 stop43h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,503
Thu 23/419:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 30/421:55
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/3$1,505
Thu 16/419:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/417:28
JFK
-
AKL
1 stop21h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,532
Mon 20/413:50
AKL
-
EWR
1 stop40h 47m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/517:42
EWR
-
AKL
1 stop19h 48m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/3$1,534
Mon 20/406:05
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops40h 51m
British Airways
Mon 4/506:00
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops40h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 3/3$1,560

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 3 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,426

One-way from

$741

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,952

Good round-trip deal

$1,508 or less

Good one-way deal

$765 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 21/4-25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 34m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 40m total
  • New Zealand to New York
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Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Mon 20/4

06:30-19:35

1 stop29h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/4

21:55-13:30

1 stop23h 35m

$1,478

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Thu 16/4

12:55-19:35

1 stop22h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/4

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,566

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

13:50-23:30

2 stops25h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/6

21:25-07:10

2 stops41h 45m

$1,574

AucklandNew York

AKL - LGA

AKLLGA

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-21:54

3 stops48h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/5

06:00-05:30

2 stops31h 30m

$1,576

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:20-19:00

2 stops28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

17:29-15:25

2 stops29h 56m

$1,586

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:00-18:59

2 stops28h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/5

17:58-15:25

2 stops29h 27m

$1,586

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Mon 20/4

10:45-19:35

1 stop24h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/4

21:55-11:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,601

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Mon 20/4

15:40-05:39

2 stops29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/4

19:20-08:35

1 stop21h 15m

$1,602

AucklandNewark

AKL - EWR

AKLEWR

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/4

14:00-06:30

3 stops32h 30m

Newark

Fri 24/4

10:08-12:45

3 stops34h 37m

$1,723

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

15:55-15:33

2 stops40h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/3

14:40-13:15

2 stops29h 35m

$1,723

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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 $346). Flying from New Zealand to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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 3 March 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 112 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 Monday 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 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 3 March 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
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,187 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,001 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,381 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,772 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from New Zealand to New York in about 25h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 25m. The distance from New Zealand to New York is about 14202 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 (54%), Air New Zealand (54%), Lufthansa (54%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $4,891 for a flight from New Zealand to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $747 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,493.

  • 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 $346). Flying from New Zealand to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$977Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,447Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,478Average$2,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,607Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,776Average$2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,988Average$2,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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