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When booking flights with Alternative Airlines, you can easily compare over 600 airlines and routes in one place to secure the best prices for your New Year's Eve getaway. To make your trip even more affordable, spread the cost with our Buy Now, Pay Later options, available at checkout.
With New Year's coming right after Christmas, and it being an expensive time to travel, we understand that finding flights that fit your budget is crucial. Join in the fun this year and make that last-minute trip happen with flexible payment options!
Whether you plan to see the fireworks, bar hop, or escape to a sunny destination this January, make sure to book in advance to get the best prices. Securing flights early means getting better deals, more flight options, and peace of mind during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.🎆
Buy Now, Pay Later for New Year's flights
When you book through Alternative Airlines, you can buy flights for New Year's and spread the cost of your flight over weekly, bi-weekly or monthly instalments with our payment plan providers. This includes Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm and many more. Depending on the country of residency, it varies! Flights on finance make it easy for you to plan your trip for the New Year without having to worry about paying for the full amount at once.
If you don't want to be charged interest, then a short-term plan is your best bet. These often span a few weeks/ months and tend to be interest-free if payments are made on time.
If you'd prefer to pay for your New Year's flights over an extended period, we have plenty of long-term plans that span a year or more. These will usually require a small sum of interest.
Find out more about some of our most popular payment plan options below, or discover all our finance options here.
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When is the best time to buy New Year's Flights
For peak travel times such as the New Year, airlines normally raise their prices due to high demand. Make sure you book your flights in advance, as some people tend to book as early as 6-9 months prior.
It's a good idea to keep an eye out for special deals on Travel Tuesday, which is similar to Black Friday, but where airlines, booking sites, and travel agents offer deals on flights and vacations.
Sometimes being flexible with your travel dates makes a huge difference, for example, travel before New Year's Eve, mid-week, or choose red-eye flights.
Check out our best fare finder tool to compare prices over different dates.
New York City, USA
✨Why visit:
Over a million people gather in Times Square every year to watch the glittering Waterford crystal ball descend at midnight. New York City is perfect for rooftop bars, ice skating, and watching the fireworks.
🛬Which Airlines fly there:
Direct flights with carriers like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United Airlines and others into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
🌤Weather:
The city is cold in winter, typically between −3 °C and 7 °C (about 20–45 °F), possibly colder depending on wind & snow. Make sure to dress in layers, bring a warm coat, hat, scarf, and gloves, but also pack a fancy outfit for the evening.
Paris, France
✨Why visit:
Paris offers an unforgettable experience at New Year's! Watch the fireworks displays from the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower or the Sacre-Coeur in Paris. There are also incredible places to visit in Paris during the New Year, including Disneyland Paris, Champ de Mars, the Cesar Palace and more.
🛬Which airlines fly there:
Airlines that fly into Charles de Gaulle Airport include Air France, Vueling, KLM, Lufthansa, and Aer Lingus. Paris also has airports like Beauvais, which is further from the city but sometimes cheaper, especially with low-cost carriers.
🌤Weather:
Paris tends to be cold in January, with average high temperatures around 7–12 °C (45–54 °F), while nights can dip toward 1–4 °C (34–39 °F). Snow is rare but possible so make sure to pack warm clothes, hats and gloves.
Sydney, Australia
✨Why Visit:
Sydney’s NYE fireworks from the Harbour Bridge and Opera House are famous for their breathtaking display. You’re likely to enjoy warm evenings, long daylight hours, and outdoor celebrations and parties.
🛬Which Airlines fly there:
Sydney’s main airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), where many international carriers fly into, such as Qantas, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates
🌤Weather:
It's summertime in Australia, so the temperature is 25 °C to 30 °C (77–86 °F) or more. Pack your swimming costume as it's the perfect weather for a beach day!
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
✨Why Visit:
Take in Rio’s views from Christ the Redeemer or Sugarloaf Mountain before joining millions on Copacabana Beach for fireworks, samba, and a night of dancing beneath the stars. On New Year’s Day and in the following hours, the beach atmosphere remains alive.
🛬Which Airlines fly there:
The primary international airport is Galeão International (GIG). Here are some of the most popular airlines flying there, such as LATAM Airlines, Azul Brazilian Airlines, British Airways, Gol Linhas Aéreas and Delta Air Lines.
🌤Weather:
Rio celebrates New Year’s right in the middle of summer; therefore, expect hot, sunny, and humid conditions. The adverage temperature is around 28–33 °C (82–91 °F), so make sure to pack suncream.
Bangkok, Thailand
✨Why Visit:
Bangkok is the ultimate city party in Thailand, which is a great reason why you should visit this New Year's. Think sky-high fireworks, rooftop bars, luxury river cruises, and lively crowds. Whether you want lively bars or a street celebration with locals, Bangkok has the perfect mix of energy and excitement.
🛬Which Airlines fly there:
The main international hub, handling most long-haul flights, is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), but Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is mainly for budget airlines and regional flights. Thai Airways is a national carrier; however, other airlines that fly here include EVA Air and Qatar Airways.
🌤Weather:
Rio celebrates New Year’s right in the middle of summer; therefore, expect hot, sunny, and humid conditions. The adverage temperature is around 28–33 °C (82–91 °F), so make sure to pack suncream.
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Flights for New Year 2025 FAQs
When is the New Year?
New Year's Eve 2025 will land on the 31st of December and New Year will be on the 1st of January 2026.
How to book flights for New Year 2025?
Right here! When you book through Alternative Airlines you can search & book flights for New Years 2025. Simply use the search form at the top of the page and enter the required details. Then hit 'Search Flights'. Once the results have loaded you can use the filters to customise and narrow down your search. After you've found the perfect flight for you, head to checkout and choose to pay from 40+ different ways.
Are flights for New Year's 2025 cheap?
Flights for New Years can be a little expensive as there are lots of people travelling for this special occasion. However, when you book through Alternative Airlines you can split the cost of your New Years flight over time. We have partnered with a number of payment plan providers including Klarna, Aftepay and Clearpay that let you secure your flight today and pay at a later date.
When should I book flights for New Years 2025?
We recommend booking flights for New Years as early as possibly. Once the flights for New Years are available they only get more expensive. So why not book a flight ticket today and secure the cheap fares before they sell out?
Use the search bar at the top of the page to begin your search.
Which country will celebrate New Year's Eve first?
Kiribati will be the first country and city to celebrate the New Year.
Which country will celebrate New Year's Eve last?
The uninhabited islands of Howland and Baker Islands near the United States will be the last places in the world to celebrate the New Year.