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$592+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to South Island

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NYC — CHC
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,412
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$791
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,141
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 8/319:00 amEWR - DUD
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/73:10 pmDUD - EWR
2 stops23h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,366
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:10 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops36h 55mAir Canada
Thu 8/216:05 amCHC - EWR
2 stops40h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,405
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 8/79:55 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop21h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/212:00 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop21h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,424
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/169:55 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops25h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/294:05 pmZQN - JFK
2 stops43h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,436
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 11/68:30 amEWR - ZQN
2 stops31h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/143:05 pmZQN - EWR
2 stops25h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,439
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/235:56 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops22h 59mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/275:00 pmCHC - LGA
2 stops22h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,439
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/284:55 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops24h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/104:00 pmCHC - EWR
2 stops29h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,439
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 11/612:15 pmLGA - ZQN
2 stops27h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/148:25 pmZQN - LGA
2 stops44h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,451
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/274:29 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops30h 56mQantas Airways
Tue 6/36:10 amCHC - JFK
2 stops41h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,510
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:29 amJFK - CHC
2 stops48h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/131:50 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,516
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 8/317:20 pmJFK - DUD
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/711:50 amDUD - JFK
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,537
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 11/812:00 pmEWR - ZQN
3 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/158:40 pmZQN - EWR
2 stops38h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,550

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Island that are best for you.

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New York

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkDunedin

EWR - DUD

EWRDUD

Newark

Sun 8/31

9:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops31h 50m

Dunedin

Sun 9/7

3:10 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$1,366

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Thu 8/7

6:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 8/21

6:05 am-6:46 am

2 stops40h 41m

$1,405

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

2:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,424

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/16

9:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 8/29

4:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops43h 30m

$1,436

New YorkChristchurch

LGA - CHC

LGACHC

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/23

5:56 pm-8:55 am

2 stops22h 59m

Christchurch

Wed 8/27

5:00 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$1,439

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Wed 5/28

4:55 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 6/10

4:00 pm-5:08 am

2 stops29h 08m

$1,439

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/27

4:29 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 56m

Christchurch

Tue 6/3

6:10 am-7:22 am

2 stops41h 12m

$1,510

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/2

7:29 am-1:20 am

2 stops48h 51m

Christchurch

Mon 10/13

1:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,516

New YorkDunedin

JFK - DUD

JFKDUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/31

7:20 pm-11:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

Dunedin

Sun 9/7

11:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$1,537

New YorkChristchurch

LGA - CHC

LGACHC

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/28

2:27 pm-9:55 am

3 stops27h 28m

Christchurch

Tue 6/10

5:00 pm-9:11 am

3 stops32h 11m

$1,551

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Best time to book a flight from New York to South Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to South Island

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 April 30, 2025.

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

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 April 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, 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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $989. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from New York to South Island for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from New York to South Island consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Christchurch, Newark - Christchurch or New York LaGuardia - Christchurch as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to South Island 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 South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from New York 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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Top airline flying from New York to South Island

Discover the top airline that operate flights from New York to South Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,495Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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