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$606+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to South Island

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CHC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to South Island flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,345
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$606
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,770
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Island
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:45 amJFK - CHC
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:10 amCHC - JFK
3 stops34h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,326
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:20 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops37h 39mQantas Airways
Fri 9/198:30 amCHC - JFK
1 stop23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,676
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/79:55 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop21h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/212:00 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop21h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$1,698
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:29 pmJFK - ZQN
3 stops32h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/244:25 pmZQN - JFK
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,760
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:20 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops34h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 9/247:05 amZQN - JFK
2 stops39h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,769
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:55 amJFK - ZQN
3 stops39h 25mAir Canada
Wed 9/243:25 pmZQN - JFK
3 stops58h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,772
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:20 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops26h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/104:50 pmZQN - JFK
2 stops42h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$1,785
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:20 pmJFK - DUD
1 stop43h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/127:25 pmDUD - JFK
1 stop39h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,829
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/239:55 pmJFK - NSN
2 stops28h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/295:35 pmNSN - JFK
2 stops42h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$1,831
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:50 pmJFK - DUD
3 stops69h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1211:50 amDUD - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,855
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:55 pmJFK - CHC
3 stops46h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 2/912:00 pmCHC - JFK
2 stops41h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,865
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:29 pmJFK - DUD
3 stops47h 41mQantas Airways
Sat 11/156:05 amDUD - JFK
3 stops57h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,865

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island that are best for you.

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Depart

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Price

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/26

1:05 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

4:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,345

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/8

6:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 39m

Christchurch

Fri 9/19

8:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,676

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/7

9:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 8/21

3:30 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,698

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/6

6:29 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops34h 46m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

7:05 am-9:00 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,769

New YorkDunedin

JFK - DUD

JFKDUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

8:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop43h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 11/12

7:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,829

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/9

9:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 8/24

7:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop40h 10m

$1,829

New YorkNelson

JFK - NSN

JFKNSN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/23

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Nelson

Sun 3/29

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$1,831

New YorkDunedin

JFK - DUD

JFKDUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

8:50 pm-11:15 am

3 stops69h 25m

Dunedin

Wed 11/12

11:50 am-2:25 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,855

New YorkDunedin

JFK - DUD

JFKDUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

5:29 pm-10:10 am

3 stops47h 41m

Dunedin

Sat 11/15

6:05 am-9:29 pm

3 stops57h 24m

$1,865

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/18

9:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 8/25

11:00 am-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,880

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 South Island. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Asiana Airlines and Fiji Airways from New York to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island are Qantas Airways ($1,227), American Airlines ($1,699), and Asiana Airlines ($1,958).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island?

    The most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Christchurch. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Queenstown Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Dunedin.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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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