Which day is cheapest to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to fly to New Zealand is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Sunday is the most expensive.

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

At the moment, flights at noon are likely to offer the best value for money for your New Zealand trip. A flight in the evening will more often than not be of higher cost.

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

Booking 0 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to New Zealand. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Cheap Flights to New Zealand from $1,002

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

Are there currently restrictions on travel to New Zealand related to COVID-19?

There are current restrictions for travel to New Zealand at this time. These restrictions are for the safety of New Zealand citizens and travelers alike and are as follows: New Zealand has restricted entry to all travelers who are not New Zealand nationals (Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau) or permanent residents, with a few limited exceptions. The following people should seek approval from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) using the limited exceptions process: Partners, dependent children (aged 24 years and under) and legal guardians of New Zealand citizens and residents. Australian citizens and permanent residents who normally live in New Zealand Essential health workers Other essential workers who are specifically agreed to by the New Zealand Government (see here for specific details) Samoan and Tongan citizens making essential travel New Zealand-based partners and dependent children (aged 19 years and under) of a work or student visa holder who is in New Zealand Critical humanitarian travel Maritime crew All of the above travelers will be subject to mandatory isolation at a government facility for 14 days upon arrival unless they’re airline crew members or people transiting through. Travelers may only transit New Zealand if they’re Australian nationals or residents on their way to Australia, or they have government approval. From June 19, transit will be open to all Cook Islanders and Cook Islands Permit Holders who have been present in New Zealand for at least 30 days and whose main purpose of travel is to return home, or to take up or resume employment.. If you must travel during this time and are allowed to based on current restrictions, please stay informed about updated travel safety tips.

Cheapest Prices for New Zealand flights by month

January

$1,107

February

$1,022

March

$997

April

$1,044

May

$1,046

June

$1,071

July

$1,107

August

$1,076

September

$1,079

October

$1,075

November

$1,067

December

$1,165

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to New Zealand. Flying to New Zealand in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to New Zealand?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

LAS - AKL Price	$997 - $1,793
AKL Temperature	57.2 - 75.2 °F
AKL Rainfall	0.79 - 2.24 inches

March is typically the best time to fly to New Zealand, but there are other times where great deals are available. February sees the temperatures in New Zealand peak to their warmest. July tends, on average, to see the most amount of rainfall.

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.

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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.

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Getting around New Zealand

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

	Air	Road	Rail
Auckland	1.00	9.00	10.00
N. Plymouth	1.00	8.30	–
Christchurch	0.45	7.20*	5.20*
Dunedin	1.20	12.20*	–

Note: *Plus ferry crossing of three hours.

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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.

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Are there currently restrictions on travel to New Zealand related to COVID-19?

Cheapest Prices for New Zealand flights by month

When is the best time to fly to New Zealand?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

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

Booking 0 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to New Zealand. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Which day is cheapest to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to fly to New Zealand is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Sunday is the most expensive.