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$608+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JFK
May 24 — May 311
Sun 5/24
Sun 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.

This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:45 am
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops40h 11m
British Airways
Sun 5/247:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,022
This Lucky2Go deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/184:25 pm
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 5/317:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20$1,025
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/114:25 pm
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
American Airlines
Sun 5/247:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,030
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:00 am
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops45h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 5/167:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,050
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 5/208:20 am
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 45m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/297:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:00 am
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/247:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,060
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 5/118:20 am
AKL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 45m
Qantas Airways
Thu 6/45:33 pm
JFK
-
AKL
2 stops28h 32m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,064
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/224:25 pm
AKL
-
JFK
Nonstop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/297:20 pm
JFK
-
AKL
Nonstop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,067
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/183:45 pm
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 5/255:33 pm
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops29h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$1,251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/14:35 pm
CHC
-
JFK
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 5/35:00 pm
JFK
-
CHC
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/186:15 am
CHC
-
JFK
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/257:20 pm
JFK
-
CHC
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$1,288
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/215:45 pm
WLG
-
JFK
1 stop38h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 5/264:30 pm
JFK
-
WLG
2 stops30h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,322

Find flight deals from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,022
(Flighttix)

One-way from

$608
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,326

Good round-trip deal

$1,315 or less

Good one-way deal

$631 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl 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 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/7

1:25 pm-6:56 am

2 stops33h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/21

3:30 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,238

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Mon 5/18

3:45 pm-6:00 am

2 stops30h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

5:33 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops29h 52m

$1,251

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Mon 5/18

6:15 am-4:20 pm

1 stop26h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

7:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$1,288

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/8

4:25 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop15h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

4:30 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,460

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Wed 6/3

6:20 am-9:18 pm

2 stops30h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/7

7:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$1,470

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 5/22

7:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop24h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/30

7:20 pm-7:50 am

1 stop20h 30m

$1,491

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Sat 7/18

9:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/21

7:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$1,531

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Wed 6/10

8:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop39h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/23

6:55 pm-8:40 am

2 stops45h 45m

$1,532

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/23

7:25 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop16h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/27

9:55 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop17h 50m

$1,535

ChristchurchNew York

CHC - JFK

CHCJFK

Christchurch

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

4:30 pm-12:20 am

2 stops39h 50m

$1,544

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 25 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 Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $143). Flying from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $946). 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 NZ to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2026.

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

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

About 21% of weekly flights between New Zealand and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the last year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated April 24, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and American Airlines from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,026 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,026 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,026 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,669 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,026 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport can take about 22h 10m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,423. The distance from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 9116 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $455. American Airlines flights start at $456 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $456 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Wellington - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Christchurch - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on time: United Airlines (71%), Air New Zealand (71%), Lufthansa (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $469. On average you can expect to pay $1,272. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $1,197.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $143). Flying from New Zealand to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $946). 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 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$900Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$929Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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