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$1,134+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Nov 16 — Nov 231
Sun 11/16
Sun 11/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated October 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,215
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$1,134
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,868
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 11/123:31 pmOMA - AKL
2 stops38h 14mQantas Airways
Wed 11/196:50 amAKL - OMA
2 stops35h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/15$1,488
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/286:05 amDSM - ZQN
2 stops42h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/28:25 pmZQN - DSM
2 stops45h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/14$1,520
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/293:38 pmOMA - CHC
2 stops29h 07mQantas Airways
Sat 12/66:15 amCHC - OMA
2 stops27h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/14$1,568
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 amOMA - AKL
1 stop28h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/197:45 pmAKL - OMA
1 stop18h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/15$1,609
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:05 amDSM - DUD
2 stops41h 45mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/63:15 pmDUD - DSM
2 stops26h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/14$1,610
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/3012:51 pmDSM - AKL
3 stops39h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/77:35 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops44h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,676
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/305:00 amDSM - AKL
1 stop33h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/71:20 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,704
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:23 pmOMA - AKL
2 stops29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/267:45 pmAKL - OMA
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,714
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/306:17 amDSM - AKL
2 stops31h 18mDelta
Sun 12/72:35 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops25h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,715
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/222:37 pmOMA - AKL
2 stops59h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/306:10 amAKL - OMA
2 stops51h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,733
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:23 pmOMA - AKL
2 stops25h 42mQantas Airways
Sun 10/267:45 amAKL - OMA
2 stops33h 43mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/15$1,796
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:10 pmOMA - AKL
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 1/81:20 pmAKL - OMA
1 stop22h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/16$1,810

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 October 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

1:32 pm-9:10 am

2 stops24h 38m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/14

2:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,215

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

10:55 am-7:35 am

2 stops26h 40m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/27

1:35 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,375

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/23

11:05 am-7:35 am

2 stops26h 30m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/27

1:35 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,375

MolineAuckland

MLI - AKL

MLIAKL

Moline Quad-City

Sat 3/21

5:55 am-7:35 am

2 stops31h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/25

1:35 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,375

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 11/12

3:31 pm-12:45 am

2 stops38h 14m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/19

6:50 am-11:00 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$1,488

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

8:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops30h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

2:50 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops23h 51m

$1,515

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

10:55 am-8:35 am

3 stops26h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,515

OmahaChristchurch

OMA - CHC

OMACHC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 3/22

8:15 am-10:25 am

2 stops32h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 3/26

9:50 am-6:53 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,520

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

6:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops42h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/2

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops45h 04m

$1,520

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

1:46 pm-9:10 am

1 stop24h 24m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/14

12:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,560

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

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 October 17, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 55% versus a flight in the morning.

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

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to New Zealand?

    Departing from Iowa to New Zealand will take you 24h 38m. The distance between Iowa and New Zealand is about 7909 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to New Zealand one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,134. Delta flights start at $1,198 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,931 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Iowa to New Zealand

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 October 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,570Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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