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$537+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New Zealand

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — AKL
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to New Zealand

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 January 27, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/178:00 pm
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops42h 35m
Delta
Thu 3/121:35 pm
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop18h 37m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$811
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 1/276:38 pm
DTW
-
AKL
1 stop19h 57m
Delta
Tue 2/32:35 pm
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop22h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$813
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/98:00 am
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops30h 35m
Delta
Mon 2/232:35 pm
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops27h 34m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$819
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:14 pm
DTW
-
AKL
1 stop21h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/46:00 am
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops40h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$891
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 5/19:25 pm
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops41h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/91:00 pm
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$930
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2711:28 am
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops42h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/32:50 pm
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops32h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$933
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 5/19:55 pm
DTW
-
AKL
1 stop40h 55m
China Eastern
Sat 5/91:00 pm
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop26h 04m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/26$936
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 3/126:32 pm
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops26h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/194:35 pm
AKL
-
DTW
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$981
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/296:15 pm
DTW
-
AKL
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/113:50 pm
AKL
-
DTW
1 stop31h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$991
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:01 pm
DTW
-
CHC
2 stops28h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/76:15 am
CHC
-
DTW
2 stops26h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,378
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/224:01 pm
DTW
-
CHC
2 stops27h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/76:15 am
CHC
-
DTW
2 stops26h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,410
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/127:00 am
DTW
-
ZQN
2 stops35h 25m
Air New Zealand
Thu 3/1912:10 pm
ZQN
-
DTW
2 stops28h 49m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/26$1,434

Find flight deals from Detroit to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated January 27, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$811
(Delta)

One-way from

$537
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,297
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 January 27, 2026.
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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DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

6:25 pm-8:35 am

1 stop20h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/26

2:35 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$813

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

8:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops30h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/23

2:35 pm-12:09 am

2 stops27h 34m

$819

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/5

4:01 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 09m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/19

12:20 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,151

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

6:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops46h 45m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/6

2:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops45h 35m

$1,157

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/14

3:33 pm-7:10 am

2 stops23h 37m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/21

1:50 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,163

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

12:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/4

2:35 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$1,163

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/18

10:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops28h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/25

2:35 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,168

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

4:01 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops28h 39m

Christchurch

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-3:14 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,378

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

4:01 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops27h 14m

Christchurch

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-3:14 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,410

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/19

12:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops28h 49m

$1,434

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $430). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,477). 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.

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 January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Delta, and Qantas Airways from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
978 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
575 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

    Airlines like Delta, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in about 20h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 15m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and New Zealand is about 8406 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 - Queenstown Intl 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

    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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $430). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,477). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to New Zealand

Discover the top 5 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$669Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$751Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$789Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$886Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$887Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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