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Cheap flights from New York to New Zealand from $1,099

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 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — AKL
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Mon 18/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,857
Sun 17/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$1,859
Sat 16/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Fri 29/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,880
Mon 18/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/616:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/5$1,900
Fri 15/519:20
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Fri 29/516:25
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,902
Fri 30/1018:05
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1114:50
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$1,976
Sun 18/1018:19
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops36h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1114:50
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,977
Sat 31/1018:05
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1108:00
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,994
Sat 31/1018:05
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1108:00
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,996
Mon 2/1107:00
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1114:50
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$2,003
Wed 9/918:27
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops36h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/907:00
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,005
Sun 1/1107:00
EWR
-
AKL
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1114:50
AKL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,030

Find flight deals from New York to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,854

One-way from

$1,099

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,705

Good one-way deal

$1,870 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 20/9-5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 21m total
  • New York to New Zealand
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13/10
  • 13/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • New York to New Zealand
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($157 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/11

17:00-08:15

1 stop21h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/11

14:35-19:22

1 stop22h 47m

$2,075

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/11

13:30-08:15

1 stop24h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/11

14:35-22:32

1 stop25h 57m

$2,075

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

11:45-08:15

1 stop26h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/11

14:35-17:46

1 stop21h 11m

$2,075

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

17:00-08:15

1 stop21h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

14:35-19:51

2 stops23h 16m

$2,083

New YorkAuckland

LGA - AKL

LGAAKL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 31/10

15:00-07:15

2 stops23h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/11

14:35-18:42

2 stops22h 07m

$2,083

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/5

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

15:05-07:28

2 stops34h 23m

$2,344

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

15:50-16:25

2 stops32h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 14/6

21:00-19:35

1 stop38h 35m

$2,349

NewarkAuckland

EWR - AKL

EWRAKL

Newark

Sun 1/11

14:30-08:15

2 stops23h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/11

14:35-00:58

2 stops28h 23m

$2,443

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/9

06:10-19:59

2 stops29h 49m

$2,486

NewarkAuckland

EWR - AKL

EWRAKL

Newark

Sat 17/10

09:30-00:55

3 stops46h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

06:00-06:35

3 stops41h 35m

$2,594

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to New Zealand

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to New Zealand, you should look to book at least 23 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 York to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Zealand (average of $211). Flying from New York to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 NYC to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to New Zealand as you normally would.

How often are flights from New York to New Zealand delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between New York and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to New Zealand 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 Zealand. Reviews last updated 18 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from New York to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 York to New Zealand. 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 York to New Zealand?

    Delta, Qantas Airways, and Alaska Airlines can get you from New York to New Zealand in just under 17h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 28h 50m. The distance between New York and New Zealand is about 14206 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from New York to New Zealand is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Auckland Intl. You may also consider Newark - Auckland Intl or New York LaGuardia - Auckland Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to New Zealand?

    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 York to New Zealand on time: American Airlines (79%), Qantas Airways (79%), United Airlines (56%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to New Zealand is $1,870. On average you can expect to pay $1,969. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,556.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to New Zealand 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 York to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Zealand (average of $211). Flying from New York to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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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