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Cheap flights from South Island to New York from $970

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — NYC
1 Jan — 8 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Island to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 December 2025.

Tue 9/1211:50CHC - JFK
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 20/108:25JFK - CHC
2 stops34h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/11$2,309
Tue 9/1209:50CHC - LGA
2 stops22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 20/113:25LGA - CHC
2 stops29h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/11$2,337
Tue 9/1206:05CHC - JFK
2 stops35h 44mQantas Airways
Tue 20/107:55JFK - CHC
2 stops46h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/12$2,345
Tue 9/1220:10CHC - EWR
2 stops38h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 20/117:29EWR - CHC
2 stops45h 36mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/12$2,715
Tue 9/1206:20CHC - EWR
2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/112:00EWR - CHC
3 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$4,093
Tue 9/1206:10CHC - LGA
3 stops34h 23mAir Canada
Tue 20/113:05LGA - CHC
3 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 30/11$4,599
Tue 9/1206:20CHC - JFK
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/101:45JFK - CHC
1 stop41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$4,679
Tue 9/1218:20CHC - JFK
2 stops37h 35mEmirates
Tue 20/122:20JFK - CHC
3 stops45h 40mEmirates
Deal found 30/11$4,942
Tue 9/1206:10CHC - JFK
3 stops51h 59mAir Canada
Tue 20/109:45JFK - CHC
3 stops43h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12$5,228
Tue 9/1206:10CHC - LGA
3 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/113:05LGA - CHC
3 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$5,228
Mon 8/1201:05CHC - JFK
1 stop34h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 20/120:15JFK - CHC
2 stops44h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/11$7,485
Tue 9/1212:00CHC - EWR
1 stop35h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 20/109:35EWR - CHC
1 stop55h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/11$9,799

Cheap flight deals from South Island to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,719

One-way from

$970
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/2-28/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 40m total
  • South Island to New York
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21/4
  • 21/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 09m total
  • South Island to New York
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to New York that are best for you.

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South Island

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New York

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

09:50-11:30

2 stops43h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

21:15-13:15

2 stops46h 00m

$1,719

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 5/2

09:50-17:17

2 stops25h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

21:20-08:25

2 stops65h 05m

$1,808

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

06:05-23:34

2 stops35h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

15:15-23:55

2 stops38h 40m

$1,847

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

10:30-20:54

2 stops28h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

15:41-17:35

2 stops31h 54m

$1,866

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - LGA

CHCLGA

Christchurch

Wed 11/2

06:05-18:59

2 stops30h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/2

13:25-13:15

2 stops29h 50m

$1,873

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

12:15-17:00

2 stops22h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

19:20-13:25

1 stop24h 05m

$2,087

QueenstownNew York

ZQN - JFK

ZQNJFK

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/1

14:15-17:00

1 stop20h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

19:20-14:00

2 stops24h 40m

$2,117

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

13:00-17:00

1 stop22h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

19:20-13:25

1 stop24h 05m

$2,121

QueenstownNewark

ZQN - EWR

ZQNEWR

Queenstown Intl

Thu 29/1

14:15-21:25

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 2/2

14:45-12:20

2 stops27h 35m

$2,127

ChristchurchNewark

CHC - EWR

CHCEWR

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

06:10-11:13

3 stops47h 03m

Newark

Mon 2/2

18:25-00:40

2 stops36h 15m

$2,154

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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 2 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from South Island to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,065 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,493 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island 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 South Island to New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to New York in 28h 24m. Fly via American Airlines, Air New Zealand, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. South Island and New York are separated by a distance of 14669 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,088. American Airlines flights start at $1,149 while deals on Air Canada start at $1,191 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Christchurch - Newark or Christchurch - New York LaGuardia, Christchurch - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from South Island to New York.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,445Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,744Average$2,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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