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Cheapest return flight
$1,561
Typical prices: $1,739-$2,568
Qantas Airways
Sat 20/1Sat 27/1
AKL - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,574
Typical prices: $1,722-$2,601
Qantas Airways
Sat 20/1Sat 27/1
AKL - JFK • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Average duration is 15h 43m
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Cheapest • 4% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 12% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,898 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to New York (AKL-NYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to New York

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 19:57AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 07m1 stop Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
17:15 - 04:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
17h 40mdirect
$1,561Qantas Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 21:00AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
17:59 - 09:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,561Qantas Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Air Canada Logo
14:00 - 16:49AKL  Auckland Intl-EWR Newark
20h 49m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
18:15 - 11:00EWR  Newark-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 45m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,561Air Canada
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Air Canada Logo
06:50 - 16:49AKL  Auckland Intl-EWR Newark
27h 59m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
18:15 - 11:00EWR  Newark-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 45m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,561Air Canada
Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
American Airlines Logo
15:50 - 18:29AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 39m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
16:59 - 09:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,808American Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
American Airlines Logo
16:55 - 14:35AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 40mdirect
American Airlines Logo
12:33 - 09:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,968American Airlines
Thu, 4 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
16:05 - 20:43AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 38m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
17:29 - 13:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
$2,048Air Tahiti Nui
Sun, 28 Feb - Tue, 23 Mar
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
16:05 - 20:43AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 38m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
15:30 - 13:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
$2,048Air Tahiti Nui
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 17:00AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 45mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
19:25 - 07:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 05mdirect
$2,436Air New Zealand
Mon, 15 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 17:00AKL  Auckland Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 45mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
19:25 - 07:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 05mdirect
$2,495Air New Zealand
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to New York flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to New York?

Return flights from Auckland to New York typically range from $1,739 to $2,568. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,561 on Qantas Airways.

What is the cheapest Auckland to New York flight route?

There's little price difference between Auckland to New York routes. They average around $2,029 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to New York?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to New York. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to New York at $1,803 return.
•December ($2,404) and August ($2,385) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to New York are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Auckland to New York flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$866
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Auckland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Auckland to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Auckland to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Auckland to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 16:55 and lands at 08:38
    • Latest: departs at 19:15 and lands at 10:58.

    The flight takes about 15h 43m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to New York?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to New York:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to New York?

    A direct flight from Auckland to New York takes 15h 43m, covering 22,842 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to New York?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to New York flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to New York range from $1,739 to $2,568, with an average of $2,058 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,739 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $2,058 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Auckland to New York?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,898 return via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared with $2,081 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Auckland to New York?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $91–$178 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Auckland to New York spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Auckland to New York flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,009, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around $129:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around $135:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around $148:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to New York?

    Flights from Auckland to New York usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Auckland to New York?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Auckland to New York?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Auckland to New York route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 03m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to New York pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to New York most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to New York?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Auckland to New York. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,002 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,335, a difference of $333.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Auckland to New York?

    2 airlines operate flights between Auckland and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Qantas Airways
    • Air New Zealand

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to New York?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 29m, compared to 21h 45m via Vancouver Intl (YVR) and 21h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and New York?

    New York is 17 hours behind Auckland (Eastern Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Empire State Building. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Auckland to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating Auckland to New York flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Auckland to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Auckland to New York flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $2,002, about $333 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to New York trip for May. Fares historically average $1,803 return in that month –- typically $601 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air New Zealand. Over the past three months, 81% of Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to New York arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 79%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 03m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,898 return on this route – about $184 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Auckland Intl to New York?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to New York

Monday

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Friday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

New York to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

Friday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways

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