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Cheap flights from Queensland to New York from $935

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BNE — NYC
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Queensland to New York?

To save up to 74% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 11 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Queensland to New York from $1,824 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $3,191 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to New York from Queensland. Prices for February average $2,635 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,497. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Queensland to New York (QLD - NYC)?

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

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Queensland to New York

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between Queensland and New York. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've come across from Queensland to New York. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 8/900:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 19/901:55JFK - BNE
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4$2,117
Sun 8/900:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 19/901:55JFK - BNE
2 stops41h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4$2,189
Mon 6/509:15BNE - JFK
2 stops42h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 25/801:55JFK - BNE
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,190
Sun 6/1017:15BNE - JFK
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 16/1101:35JFK - BNE
1 stop30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,195
Wed 24/409:15BNE - JFK
2 stops34h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/510:00JFK - BNE
1 stop47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,335
Wed 24/410:00BNE - JFK
2 stops34h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/514:55JFK - BNE
2 stops34h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,386
Sat 27/400:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/514:55JFK - BNE
1 stop42h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4$2,436
Sat 27/400:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 6/514:55JFK - BNE
2 stops32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,756
Sat 27/400:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/501:55JFK - BNE
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,793

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Queensland to New York

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Queensland and New York. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Japan Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Queensland to New York. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sun 2/600:55BNE - JFK
2 stops48h 10mJapan Airlines
Tue 18/613:30JFK - BNE
2 stops50h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,512
Sun 2/600:55BNE - JFK
2 stops48h 10mJapan Airlines
Tue 18/613:30JFK - BNE
2 stops50h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,515
Sun 28/411:05BNE - JFK
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Sun 5/501:40JFK - BNE
2 stops62h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,925
Sun 28/400:55BNE - JFK
2 stops48h 05mJapan Airlines
Mon 6/513:30JFK - BNE
2 stops50h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,934
Sun 28/400:55BNE - JFK
2 stops48h 05mJapan Airlines
Fri 10/513:30JFK - BNE
2 stops50h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,647
Mon 29/411:05BNE - JFK
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Fri 10/513:30JFK - BNE
2 stops50h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,694

Cheap Queensland to New York flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Queensland to New York specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Queensland to New York in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 27/522:00BNE - EWR
2 stops36h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/611:53EWR - BNE
2 stops27h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,928
Mon 27/506:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 11/619:25JFK - BNE
1 stop43h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,009
Mon 27/509:10BNE - JFK
1 stop21h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 11/607:15JFK - BNE
1 stop31h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$2,030
Sat 18/522:00BNE - EWR
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 25/516:50EWR - BNE
2 stops46h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,043
Mon 27/522:00BNE - EWR
2 stops25h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/607:55EWR - BNE
2 stops31h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,047
Mon 27/522:00BNE - JFK
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/607:58JFK - BNE
2 stops31h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,097
Mon 27/522:00BNE - JFK
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/615:35JFK - BNE
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,099
Mon 27/522:00BNE - JFK
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/607:58JFK - BNE
2 stops31h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,100
Mon 27/522:00BNE - JFK
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/615:35JFK - BNE
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,102

Queensland to New York 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Queensland and New York in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Queensland to New York in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 20/1108:40BNE - JFK
1 stop40h 20mKorean Air
Mon 25/1100:50JFK - BNE
1 stop38h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 19/4$1,633
Mon 27/522:00BNE - EWR
2 stops36h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/611:53EWR - BNE
2 stops27h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,928
Thu 10/1022:15BNE - JFK
1 stop37h 50mEVA Air
Sat 9/1100:05JFK - BNE
1 stop29h 15mEVA Air
Deal found 18/4$1,970
Mon 10/622:15BNE - JFK
1 stop37h 50mEVA Air
Sat 13/701:25JFK - BNE
1 stop28h 35mEVA Air
Deal found 18/4$1,979
Mon 27/506:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 11/619:25JFK - BNE
1 stop43h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,009
Wed 20/1108:40BNE - JFK
1 stop40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1112:00JFK - BNE
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,013
Thu 10/1018:05BNE - JFK
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1112:00JFK - BNE
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,019
Wed 20/1118:15BNE - JFK
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1100:50JFK - BNE
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,023
Mon 10/622:00BNE - EWR
2 stops27h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/711:52EWR - BNE
2 stops27h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$2,029

Queensland to New York flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Queensland to New York for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Queensland to New York should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Wed 24/409:15BNE - JFK
2 stops34h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/510:00JFK - BNE
1 stop47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,335
Wed 24/410:00BNE - JFK
2 stops34h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/514:55JFK - BNE
2 stops34h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/4$2,386
Sat 27/400:55BNE - JFK
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/514:55JFK - BNE
1 stop42h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4$2,436
Sun 28/409:10BNE - JFK
1 stop21h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 6/519:20JFK - BNE
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,444
Mon 29/406:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/512:30JFK - BNE
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,454
Mon 29/406:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/511:55JFK - BNE
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,467
Mon 29/406:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/512:30JFK - BNE
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,492
Mon 29/406:45BNE - JFK
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/512:30JFK - BNE
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,501
Sun 28/418:15BNE - JFK
2 stops36h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 6/519:20JFK - BNE
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,503

One-way flights to New York from Queensland

Search for one-way flight options from Queensland to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Queensland to New York can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Queensland to New York instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 16/508:15BNE - EWR
3 stops60h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$935
Sat 25/507:00BNE - JFK
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$954
Sat 18/511:30BNE - EWR
3 stops56h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$971
Fri 24/520:45BNE - JFK
3 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$983
Sat 25/507:00BNE - EWR
3 stops46h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,014
Thu 16/512:05BNE - JFK
3 stops55h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,021
Sat 1/607:00BNE - EWR
3 stops37h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,070
Sun 19/509:00BNE - EWR
3 stops43h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,083
Sat 18/507:00BNE - JFK
3 stops38h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,100

Find flights from Queensland to New York within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Queensland to New York 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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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$1,928 - $2,378

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BrisbaneNewark

BNE - EWR

BNEEWR

Brisbane

Mon 27/5

2 stops36h 32m

Newark

Tue 11/6

2 stops27h 07m

$1,928

BrisbaneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Thu 10/10

1 stop37h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/11

1 stop29h 15m

$1,970

BrisbaneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Mon 27/5

1 stop23h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/6

1 stop43h 35m

$2,009

BrisbaneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Thu 10/10

2 stops40h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/11

1 stop27h 20m

$2,019

BrisbaneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Sun 8/9

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/9

1 stop31h 40m

$2,117

BrisbaneNewark

BNE - EWR

BNEEWR

Brisbane

Sun 7/7

1 stop20h 43m

Newark

Sun 28/7

1 stop22h 30m

$2,150

BrisbaneNewark

BNE - EWR

BNEEWR

Brisbane

Mon 10/6

2 stops35h 54m

Newark

Mon 22/7

1 stop23h 00m

$2,246

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Fri 13/9

2 stops43h 24m

Newark

Fri 27/9

2 stops34h 50m

$2,273

BrisbaneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Tue 3/9

2 stops56h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/9

2 stops58h 40m

$2,378

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Deals found on 18/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines and Qantas Airways from Queensland to New York have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.8
Very Good
78 reviews
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.5
Very Good
1,199 reviews
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
1,560 reviews
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
1,482 reviews
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
969 reviews
8.8
Very Good
78 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Queensland to New York for under $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Queensland to New York for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,928, but on average you can expect to pay $2,044.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Queensland to New York for under $2,400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Queensland to New York within the next 7 days for less than $2,400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queensland to New York one-way

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as little as $1,136 on EVA Air Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,308 and Virgin Australia from $1,334 one-way.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Queensland to New York?

  • What does BNE to JFK mean?

    BNE and JFK are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. BNE to JFK refers to a flight route from Brisbane Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New Windsor Stewart Airport (SWF), New York Skyports SPB Airport (NYS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Queensland to New York that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Queensland to New York flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Queensland to New York with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Queensland to New York flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Queensland to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Queensland to New York?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queensland to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Queensland to New York that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Queensland to New York offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Queensland to New York?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Queensland to New York flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Queensland to New York flight deals updated?

    The Queensland to New York flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 19/4.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Queensland to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Queensland to New York. 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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$779Average$3,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,291Average$3,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,492Average$2,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,555Average$2,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,618Average$1,879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Korean AirCheapest$1,638Average$2,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,805Average$2,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,823Average$2,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,956Average$2,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,958Average$2,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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