HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
South Island

$665+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CHC
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to South Island (zzEDG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,174
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$665
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,034
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Christchurch flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Christchurch flights.
Search Deals
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Island
Search Deals
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Island
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($197 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

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 January 30, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:00 amJFK - CHC
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/221:15 pmCHC - JFK
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,174
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/126:15 pmJFK - DUD
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1911:50 amDUD - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,212
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 4/27:20 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops27h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 4/166:15 amCHC - JFK
1 stop26h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,232
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 8/79:55 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/246:10 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop41h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/30$1,251
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 6/41:00 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2511:25 amZQN - JFK
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,252
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 3/178:20 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 3/268:25 pmZQN - JFK
1 stop38h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/29$1,266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 3/42:30 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/186:00 amCHC - JFK
2 stops31h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,312
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/176:15 pmJFK - ZQN
2 stops27h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 3/267:00 amZQN - JFK
2 stops25h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,338
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/178:20 pmJFK - BHE
1 stop30h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 3/247:30 amBHE - JFK
2 stops27h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/30$1,345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:20 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop24h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/104:00 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,358
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:20 pmJFK - DUD
2 stops23h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 3/116:45 pmDUD - JFK
2 stops64h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/29$1,387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:20 pmJFK - DUD
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/109:25 amDUD - JFK
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,447

Find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island within your budget

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 January 30, 2025.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

11:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 5/22

1:15 pm-6:00 am

2 stops32h 45m

$1,174

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/2

7:20 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-4:20 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,232

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/4

1:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops28h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 6/25

8:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,252

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/27

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop21h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 4/24

4:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,266

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

8:20 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/26

8:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop38h 35m

$1,266

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/4

2:30 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-8:02 pm

2 stops31h 02m

$1,312

New YorkQueenstown

JFK - ZQN

JFKZQN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

6:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 3/26

7:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,338

New YorkBlenheim

JFK - BHE

JFKBHE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

8:20 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Blenheim

Mon 3/24

7:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,345

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/1

7:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 3/10

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,358

New YorkDunedin

JFK - DUD

JFKDUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/1

7:20 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Dunedin

Tue 3/11

6:45 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops64h 15m

$1,387

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/28

Showing 1-10 of 35 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 30, 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 January 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Emirates and Singapore Airlines 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
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,317 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

gina,Sep 2024

MNL - TPE

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl 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 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 Air New Zealand ($1,115), Air Canada ($1,331), and Alaska Airlines ($1,790).

  • 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.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
John F Kennedy Intl to Auckland flights
Newark to Auckland flights
LaGuardia to Auckland flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Christchurch flights
Newark to Christchurch flights
LaGuardia to Christchurch flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Queenstown flights
Newark to Queenstown flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Dunedin flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Wellington flights
Newark to Wellington flights
Newark to Dunedin flights
Newark to Hamilton flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Taupo flights
Newark to Taupo flights
Newark to Nelson flights
LaGuardia to Rotorua flights
Stewart to Auckland flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Tauranga flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Rotorua flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Nelson flights
Newark to Tauranga flights
Newark to Rotorua flights

Top airline flying from John F Kennedy Intl to South Island

Discover the top airline that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,633Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.