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Cheap flights from New York to New Zealand from $903

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — AKL
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
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 5 January 2026.

Sat 31/109:00EWR - AKL
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,504
Wed 18/217:37EWR - AKL
1 stop22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,540
Thu 19/212:29EWR - AKL
2 stops27h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,601
Sat 31/109:00EWR - AKL
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/206:10AKL - EWR
3 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,613
Tue 17/212:29EWR - AKL
2 stops27h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,620
Sun 1/209:00EWR - AKL
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,672
Fri 16/106:00EWR - AKL
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/115:50AKL - EWR
2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,693
Sun 18/116:00EWR - AKL
2 stops25h 00mAir Canada
Sun 1/212:40AKL - EWR
2 stops42h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$1,698
Fri 13/212:29EWR - AKL
2 stops27h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/215:50AKL - EWR
2 stops37h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,700
Wed 4/218:25EWR - AKL
1 stop22h 35mAir Canada
Tue 17/313:00AKL - EWR
1 stop20h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$1,702
Tue 5/518:05EWR - CHC
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/506:00CHC - EWR
2 stops31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,800
Tue 5/511:00EWR - CHC
3 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Sun 17/506:00CHC - EWR
2 stops31h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$1,814

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 5 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,504

One-way from

$903

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$3,048

Good one-way deal

$1,719 or less
31/1-24/2
  • 31/1-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 19m total
  • New York to New Zealand
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18/2
  • 18/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 18m total
  • New York to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($417 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to New Zealand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 January 2026.
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NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Tue 5/5

18:05-14:20

2 stops28h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

06:00-16:40

2 stops26h 40m

$1,910

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Tue 5/5

14:35-14:20

3 stops31h 45m

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

06:00-16:40

2 stops26h 40m

$1,923

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Fri 6/2

18:25-00:40

2 stops36h 15m

Christchurch

Fri 27/2

06:20-16:53

2 stops28h 33m

$1,979

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/2

19:20-07:30

Nonstop18h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/2

19:15-17:00

Nonstop15h 45m

$1,991

New YorkAuckland

LGA - AKL

LGAAKL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 27/1

12:15-09:10

2 stops26h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

19:45-23:12

1 stop21h 27m

$1,993

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/1

17:30-09:55

1 stop22h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/2

16:55-14:25

Nonstop15h 30m

$1,996

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/2

17:25-09:55

1 stop22h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

16:55-15:25

Nonstop15h 30m

$1,998

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/1

17:30-09:55

1 stop22h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/1

16:55-14:25

Nonstop15h 30m

$2,000

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/1

17:30-09:55

1 stop22h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/1

16:55-14:25

Nonstop15h 30m

$2,000

New YorkAuckland

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/1

17:15-04:55

Nonstop17h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/2

15:50-18:48

1 stop20h 58m

$2,008

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to New Zealand?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Zealand (average of $620). Flying from New York to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,965). 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 5 January 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 29% of weekly flights between New York and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 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 5 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways 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
564 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
963 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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

    Air Canada, United Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from New York to New Zealand in just under 18h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 05m. 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 (57%), Qantas Airways (57%), United Airlines (13%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to New Zealand is $1,693. On average you can expect to pay $1,815. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,317.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Zealand (average of $620). Flying from New York to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,965). 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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