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$309+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Tue 4/21
Tue 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 22, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Tue 5/511:00 pm
LAX
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AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 5/283:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/18$595
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 5/811:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 5/143:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/18$597
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 6/1211:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 6/213:35 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/22$603
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 4/2111:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 4/303:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/17$606
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 5/1511:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 5/243:35 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/20$607
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 5/111:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 5/173:35 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/18$610
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2611:00 pm
LAX
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AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Tue 6/23:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/17$612
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/111:55 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/298:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/19$613
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2811:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 5/73:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/20$615
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1711:00 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 4/303:15 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/18$616
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2211:00 pm
LAX
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AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 5/313:35 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/20$617
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 7/3011:55 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 8/131:05 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/22$740

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated March 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$595
(oojo)

One-way from

$309
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$696

Good round-trip deal

$901 or less

Good one-way deal

$614 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 7/31

11:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/29

3:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$756

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

11:55 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 5/11

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$767

Los AngelesTauranga

LAX - TRG

LAXTRG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

11:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Tauranga

Mon 4/27

6:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$866

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

10:35 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop12h 05m

$867
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/21

10:35 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/30

1:00 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop12h 03m

$867

Los AngelesTauranga

LAX - TRG

LAXTRG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

11:55 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Tauranga

Sat 5/9

6:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$882

Los AngelesNelson

LAX - NSN

LAXNSN

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

11:55 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Nelson

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$922

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

10:25 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/16

1:00 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop12h 05m

$967

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

11:55 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops44h 50m

Christchurch

Fri 5/1

1:50 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops42h 15m

$1,035

Los AngelesRotorua

LAX - ROT

LAXROT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

11:55 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Rotorua

Sat 5/9

6:50 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,126

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $305). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $651). 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 LAX to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 March 22, 2026.

When flying from Los Angeles 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.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Zealand. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 22, 2026.

The most flights from LAX to NZ0 are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How often are flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to New Zealand flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to New Zealand flights?

Over the last year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 March 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andDelta from Los Angeles to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Delta
7.9
Good
8,314 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,489 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
234 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to New Zealand flight route?

    The Los Angeles Los Angeles to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 29 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    A quick flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand can take about 13h 15m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $867. The distance between Los Angeles and New Zealand is about 6512 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $260. United Airlines flights start at $312 while deals on Air Canada start at $313 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    While some choose either Los Angeles Los Angeles - Christchurch or Los Angeles Los Angeles - Queenstown Intl, Los Angeles Los Angeles - Auckland Intl is the most popular route from Los Angeles to New Zealand.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand are Air Canada (86%), Turkish Airlines (86%) and United Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to New Zealand is $392. On average you can expect to pay $2,299. The most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $595.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $305). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $651). 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 9 airlines flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$441Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Air CanadaCheapest$499Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$520Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$526Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$530Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$632Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$646Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$748Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$761Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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