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Best New Zealand Flight Deals from New York

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,745
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,953
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,088
Queenstown
Queenstown3 stops$2,758
Dunedin
Dunedin2 stops$3,283
Tauranga
Tauranga3 stops$7,211
Blenheim
Blenheim2 stops$3,313
Hamilton
Hamilton2 stops$3,620
Rotorua
Rotorua3 stops$7,221
Taupo
Taupo2 stops$3,142

Cheap Flight Deals from New York to New Zealand (NYC-NZ0)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to New Zealand that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from New York to New Zealand

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to New Zealand.
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13:35 - 13:15LGA-AKL
31h 40m2 stops
06:00 - 22:36AKL-LGA
32h 36m3 stops
$1,745
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 29 May
11:55 - 13:15LGA-AKL
33h 20m3 stops
06:00 - 22:36AKL-LGA
32h 36m3 stops
$1,798
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 29 May
18:10 - 23:30EWR-AKL
37h 20m2 stops
06:35 - 07:00AKL-EWR
40h 25m2 stops
$2,009Air Canada
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Tue, 6 May - Mon, 19 May
13:55 - 16:50EWR-AKL
34h 55m3 stops
06:35 - 07:00AKL-EWR
40h 25m2 stops
$2,060Air Canada
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Tue, 6 May - Mon, 19 May
19:00 - 12:40LGA-AKL
25h 40m2 stops
14:10 - 22:20AKL-LGA
24h 10m2 stops
$2,131Fiji Airways
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Tue, 22 Jul - Tue, 26 Aug
19:00 - 13:10LGA-AKL
26h 10m2 stops
14:10 - 22:20AKL-LGA
24h 10m2 stops
$2,175Fiji Airways
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Thu, 7 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug
10:00 - 21:20JFK-AKL
43h 20m1 stop
23:30 - 06:55AKL-JFK
23h 25m1 stop
$2,383Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 15 Apr - Thu, 24 Apr
10:00 - 21:20JFK-AKL
43h 20m1 stop
23:30 - 06:55AKL-JFK
23h 25m1 stop
$2,428Hawaiian Airlines
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Sun, 6 Apr - Thu, 24 Apr
14:52 - 18:00JFK-AKL
35h 08m2 stops
16:25 - 16:20AKL-JFK
15h 55mdirect
$2,763Qantas Airways
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Sun, 3 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
19:20 - 04:55JFK-AKL
17h 35mdirect
07:30 - 14:33AKL-JFK
47h 03m2 stops
$2,884Qantas Airways
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Sun, 24 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to New Zealand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest New York to New Zealand flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from New York to New Zealand.
The cheapest ticket to New Zealand from New York found in the last 72 hours was to Auckland, at $2,977 return. The most popular route is from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Auckland (AKL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $2,977.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand?

The average price for all round-trip flights from New York to New Zealand depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally at night, when retur flights cost $1,705 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $2,211.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to New Zealand?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $3,319 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New York to New Zealand is February, when tickets cost $2,583 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of return tickets is $3,873 and $3,185 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to New Zealand?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to New Zealand clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to New Zealand, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New Zealand, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from New York to New Zealand, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$796
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Auckland

Flights from New York to New Zealand: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New York to New Zealand 
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas AirwaysJFK-AKLOct 2024
Bring plenty of books podcasts and music to read or listen to cause it’s a long flight
ScottFlew with Air New ZealandJFK-AKLNov 2024
Avoid US airlines if at all possible. Fly AirNZ, Qantas, Emirates instead.
JenniferFlew with Qantas AirwaysJFK-AKLDec 2023
My partner is American and he apparently needed to get a NZ visa, even though we were only in transit to Sydney. I found this surprising and I think it would make numerous Americans think twice about transiting through NZ.

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • Do you need a visa to travel from New York to New Zealand?

    As a US citizen, you are required to apply for an NZeTA visa online to travel as a tourist to the country. Passengers must apply at least 72h prior to their departure to New Zealand, and bring proof of it to show upon their arrival. Passengers must also bring a valid passport that cannot expire within three months of their planned departure date out of New Zealand.

  • Are there any direct flight options from New York to New Zealand?

    Currently, there aren’t any non-stop flights between these two places, unfortunately. However, there are routes with just one short layover, generally at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), going to Auckland International Airport (AKL). These more direct routes are mainly operated by Air New Zealand and depart from both Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York.

  • Which is the best airport to fly into to get to Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound?

    Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound are possibly the most visited attractions in New Zealand. To get there, flights will most likely have two layovers coming from New York, but travelers can book connecting flights to either Christchurch International Airport (CHC) or Queenstown International Airport (ZQN). Queenstown is closest but has fewer flights.

  • Is there public transportation available from Auckland Airport to the city center?

    The main Auckland International Airport has a few public transportation options to get to the center of Auckland. Depending on your final destination in downtown Auckland, travelers can ride the AirportLink bus to the connecting train stations that take you to the Queen’s Wharf, for instance. It takes over an hour to get downtown via public transportation.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to New Zealand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to New Zealand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to New Zealand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New York to New Zealand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to New Zealand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from New York to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to New Zealand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from New York to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • When looking for flights from New York to New Zealand, consider flying to the main airport hub of the country, Auckland International Airport (AKL). You will have more flight options, and from there, it’ll be easier to get around to the top attractions.
  • Find more options for flying from New York to New Zealand by searching for routes with one or two layovers. One of the most common deals departs out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New York and has a layover in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
  • Traveling from New York to New Zealand, you’ll have to exchange some of your USD into the local currency, the New Zealand dollar (NZD). You can do this upon your arrival at one of the multiple currency exchange desks available at the arrival terminal in Auckland International Airport (AKL).
  • Traveling can be stressful sometimes, especially for long trips like the one from New York to New Zealand. In both Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, there are massage and spa spots in the departure terminals to relax before boarding your plane.
  • If you’re traveling with a child or infant and plan on renting a vehicle upon your arrival in New Zealand, be aware that it is mandatory for children from the ages of 0-7 to travel in an adequate child restraint. Check with the car rental agency to know if they provide child seats or if you have to travel with one.
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Top airline flying from New York to New Zealand

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to New Zealand? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 811 reviews
8.1Crew
7.6Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.4Comfort
6.9Food
Airline reviews

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

10.0 ExcellentElio, Mar 2025PER - ADL
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Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Complaint is with American Airlines which delayed our flight from salt lake to Dallas reaulting in us missing our connection to Brisbane. Had to spend 24 hours in Dallas to wait for the next flight. Awful experience and ruined my wife’s birthday.

The food was terrible. And the flight attendants were very rude. One flight attendant wouldn’t help a passenger lift their carry-on. Another flight attendant wouldn’t give a man an extra blanket. And they walked by not even looking at the passengers to see if they needed a glass of water.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

Our baggage didn’t arrive with us on the plane. Need I say more?

I disliked the fact that they forced people to put up their seats during meal service

Headphone jacks worked poorly, seat recline was broken. Planes were rundown.

Delayed and missed connection, was not re-booked like other travelers so ended up being stuck for several hours due to no one handling my booking.

American Airlines was their usual junk service — but at least it got us down to LA. I was more irritated that while they codeshare with Alaska Airlines in Seattle, they could not out our flight on one of these, opting for one of the small SkyWest operated American Eagle flights — and causing a 14 hour layover. Which I accepted due to a $2000 difference in airfare — that said it was irritating for a flight that usually would have cost around $100 extra, if that.

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