Cheap flights to New Zealand

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Flights to New Zealand in 2023

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,970

Round-trip from

$1,109

One-way from

$646
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2023
From New York to Auckland Intl
One-way flight from New York to New Zealand

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One-way flights to New Zealand

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Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$1,109 - $1,853

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkAuckland Intl

EWR - AKL

EWRAKL

Newark

Sun 9/24

2 stops36h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/26

2 stops32h 40m

NewarkAuckland Intl

EWR - AKL

EWRAKL

Newark

Mon 11/20

2 stops28h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/26

1 stop20h 41m

New York John F Kennedy IntlAuckland Intl

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/25

2 stops29h 00m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/8

Nonstop16h 15m

New York John F Kennedy IntlAuckland Intl

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/22

2 stops34h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/31

1 stop22h 05m

New York John F Kennedy IntlAuckland Intl

JFK - AKL

JFKAKL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/15

1 stop42h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop24h 30m

New York LaGuardiaAuckland Intl

LGA - AKL

LGAAKL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/9

1 stop23h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/23

1 stop19h 20m

New York LaGuardiaAuckland Intl

LGA - AKL

LGAAKL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/21

1 stop21h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/29

1 stop18h 25m

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Deals found on 5/31

Reviews of Airlines Servicing New Zealand

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air Canada and Air Tahiti Nui to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

Air New Zealand
8.4
Very good
55 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

Fiji Airways
8.2
Very good
31 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
59 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
302 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

9.2

Food

8.0

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.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest ticket to New Zealand found for each month in 2023 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.

January

$1,746

February

$1,417

March

$1,411

April

$1,551

May

$1,523

June

$1,591

July

$1,537

August

$1,354

September

$1,418

October

$1,398

November

$1,351

December

$1,596

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to New Zealand is November. The most expensive month for flights is January. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

When is the best time to fly to New Zealand?

Average New Zealand flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2023 and 2024 by month

NYC - AKL

Price

$1,351 - $2,334

AKL

Temperature

51.8 - 68 °F

AKL

Rainfall

2.8 - 5.1 inches

When is the best time to book a flight to New Zealand?

The price you pay for your flight to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Which day is cheapest to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest flights to New Zealand are usually found when departing on a Wednesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Sunday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to New Zealand?

Flights at noon are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to New Zealand. Flights in the evening are usually the most expensive.

Best Time to Fly to New Zealand

Peak season:
December, January and February (New Zealand’s summer months) are the best time to travel. Average temperatures are between 68 and 86 degrees (F). The autumn months of March through May are good times to book trips to New Zealand. The temperatures are slightly cooler than summer, but the weather can still be excellent and this is the time of year for beautiful autumn foliage.

Off season:
Traveling is cheaper during July and August and visitors can likely find cheap flights to New Zealand during this time. Average winter temperatures are 50-59 degrees (F).

Why you should take a flight to New Zealand

New Zealand is surrounded by mountains, fast-flowing rivers, lakes, forests, and miles-long beaches. Travelers seeking peace, nature, and paradise book flights to New Zealand to gain tranquility from the general chaos of everyday life. Thanks to an excess in tourism, the country’s economy continues to grow at a steady pace. Add tourism to New Zealand’s main export business — meat, wool, and dairy — and the country continues to thrive and produce. 

Travelers booking trips to New Zealand will find there is plenty to taste. Dine on a dozen different varieties of fish and shellfish fresh from the New Zealand waters. The vast land mass and farming gives diners some of the best prime beef, lamb, venison, and ostrich. And what meal is complete without a glass of wine. New Zealand wines are revered around the world and continue to be praised by some of the best sommeliers in the world. 

Once your flight to New Zealand arrives, take in some hiking, rafting, swim with the dolphins, whale-watch, and, of course, take a turn at bungee-jumping. New Zealand is a country of adventures just waiting for travelers to set foot and explore.

New Zealand climate

The New Zealand climate changes throughout the year. There are mild winters and warm, humid summers on the North Island, while the South Island is colder and has huge glaciers and snowfields. The mountains get snow in the winter and the west coast sees most of the rain. Summer lasts from November to April.

Getting around New Zealand

The following chart gives approximate journey times from Wellington (in hours and minutes) to other major cities and towns in New Zealand.

AirRoadRail
Auckland1.009.0010.00
N. Plymouth1.008.30
Christchurch0.457.20*5.20*
Dunedin1.2012.20*

Note: *Plus ferry crossing of three hours.

New Zealand Travel Information

  • Kapiti Island, north of Wellington on the North Island, is home to a nature reserve that protects some of the rarest birds in the world. These include Robin, Saddleback, Stitchbird, Kaka, Kakariki, Weka, Kereru, Bellbirds and the extremely rare flightless Takahe. The nocturnal Kiwi, the emblem of New Zealand, also lives here.
  • Rotorua in central North Island, is a geothermal area. There are several geysers including the spectacular 20-metre Pohutu geyser at Whakarewarewa (the thermal village) and hot mud pools. It is also the heartland of Maori culture. There are 16 lakes around Rotorua, 11 are fishable and stock trout (rainbow, brown, brook and tiger).Major fishing lakes are Rotorua, Rotoiti, Tarawera, Okataina and Rotoma. Ask your Rotorua hotel for sight-seeing recommendations, as you’ll like get a couple discounts if you book in bulk.
  • Larnach Castle is New Zealand’s only castle and Dunedin’s (South Island) top visitor attraction. The castle was built in 1871 by William Larnach for his first wife. It is owned by the Barker family, but it is open for tours and celebrations. The views over the Otago Peninsula are breathtaking. Dunedin is also home to the Cadbury Factory, which features a unique chocolate fall in a five-storey high silo.
  • Queenstown is the birthplace of commercial bungee-jumping. The city lies on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, and is surrounded by the Remarkables mountain range, the youngest ski area in the region. The Lindauer Queenstown Winter Festival takes place in late June and July, so be sure to book your Queenstown hotels well in advance if you plan on attending the festival.
  • The Lord of the Rings trail: Mount Aspiring National Park, named for one of New Zealand’s highest peaks, is part of Te Wahipounamu, the South West New Zealand UNESCO World Heritage Area. The park, to the south of the Southern Alps, is popular for walking and mountaineering. Many locations around Glenorchy village (Lothlorien, Amon Hen, Orthanc, and Isengard) were used in the films.
  • Hotels in Auckland City are a great starting point for first-time New Zealand travelers, and available for all budgets and personalities.

Popular areas in New Zealand

Not sure where to visit in New Zealand? Start by selecting one of the most popular places in New Zealand below to filter down your possible destination.
Flights to New Zealand

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