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$789+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — AKL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,037
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,236
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Zealand
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:32 amDTW - AKL
1 stop30h 18mDelta
Tue 11/42:50 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/12$789
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/85:35 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop21h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/223:50 pmAKL - DTW
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$864
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:45 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop21h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 10/307:45 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop20h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$872
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/144:10 pmDTW - AKL
3 stops31h 40mAir Canada
Tue 11/47:00 amAKL - DTW
3 stops44h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$885
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/47:42 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop43h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/181:20 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$898
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/34:01 pmDTW - AKL
2 stops38h 24mQantas Airways
Tue 11/181:20 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop20h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$923
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 12/64:00 pmDTW - ZQN
2 stops48h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 12/204:55 pmZQN - DTW
2 stops40h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,037
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 12/64:00 pmDTW - ZQN
2 stops30h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2010:45 amZQN - DTW
3 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,084
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/69:59 amDTW - AKL
3 stops34h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/202:10 pmAKL - DTW
3 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,143
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:32 pmDTW - CHC
2 stops26h 53mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/305:00 pmCHC - DTW
2 stops40h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$1,192
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/96:18 pmDTW - WLG
2 stops37h 37mQantas Airways
Tue 9/163:55 pmWLG - DTW
2 stops46h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 12/246:25 pmDTW - WLG
3 stops28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/127:40 amWLG - DTW
2 stops26h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,270

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to New Zealand 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

4:07 pm-12:35 am

2 stops40h 28m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-10:24 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$1,066

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

5:00 pm-7:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/13

1:50 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops41h 43m

$1,101

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

8:20 am-5:30 am

1 stop29h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/20

7:40 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop20h 16m

$1,115

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

9:59 am-12:40 pm

3 stops34h 41m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/20

2:10 pm-5:58 am

3 stops31h 48m

$1,143

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/9

6:18 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 37m

Wellington

Tue 9/16

3:55 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops46h 38m

$1,201

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/14

8:20 am-9:10 am

3 stops32h 50m

Wellington

Tue 9/16

4:45 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops23h 11m

$1,458

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/29

11:14 am-9:50 am

2 stops30h 36m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/7

10:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,492

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/29

3:41 pm-11:25 am

3 stops27h 44m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/7

3:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 54m

$1,774

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

1:32 pm-4:25 pm

3 stops34h 53m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

4:00 pm-7:04 am

3 stops31h 04m

$1,829

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

8:35 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops58h 55m

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/10

7:55 pm-3:29 pm

3 stops59h 34m

$1,839

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand, 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 New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 Zealand. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to New Zealand, such as Korean Air, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

    Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to New Zealand. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Auckland Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Wellington and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New Zealand 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Detroit to New Zealand

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to New Zealand. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$701Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$764Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$886Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$889Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$916Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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