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Cheap flights to New Zealand from $166

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 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — AKL
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult
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Flights to New Zealand in 2024

Find the latest flights to New Zealand in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 537,230 searches and data was last updated on 6 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$380

Return from

$256

One-way from

$166
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Auckland Intl
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to New Zealand

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Cheap flights to New Zealand in May & June 2024

Search the best deals to popular New Zealand cities recently found by Cheapflights users
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to New Zealand in May and June 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Auckland
Wed 19/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$293
Wed 12/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 17/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$310
Sun 16/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$315
Wed 5/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 9/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$331
Thu 13/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 16/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$334
Wed 5/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 12/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$337
Thu 13/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 27/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$339
Tue 4/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 11/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$343
Wed 19/606:00SYD - AKL
1 stop6h 35mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$348
Cheap flights to Christchurch
Fri 7/617:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$467
Wed 5/617:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$486
Wed 19/614:40SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$490
Fri 7/617:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/615:00CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$492
Tue 18/618:10SYD - CHC
1 stop15h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$493
Wed 5/617:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/620:10CHC - SYD
1 stop27h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$495
Sat 15/616:30SYD - CHC
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$499
Mon 17/618:25SYD - CHC
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 30/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$501
Tue 18/609:05SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$502
Cheap flights to Queenstown
Sat 1/606:35SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 8/612:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$374
Sat 1/606:35SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 8/612:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$417
Mon 24/614:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 4/712:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$428
Sat 1/606:35SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 8/612:35ZQN - SYD
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$449
Fri 21/614:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 24/620:40ZQN - SYD
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$454
Sun 26/514:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 2/612:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$458
Sat 15/606:35SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 1/712:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$476
Wed 22/514:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 25/512:30ZQN - SYD
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$478
Sun 23/614:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/720:25ZQN - SYD
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$487

New Zealand 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for New Zealand in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 537,230 searches and data were last updated on 6 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to New Zealand in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 19/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$293
Fri 23/818:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 4/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$296
Mon 26/818:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 7/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$301
Wed 28/809:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 7/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$304
Thu 5/909:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$309
Wed 12/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 17/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$310

One-way flights to New Zealand

Explore one-way flight options to New Zealand for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 537,230 searches and data was last updated on 6 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to New Zealand. Book a round-trip flight to New Zealand instead by using the search form above.
Wed 26/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$166
Tue 10/909:05SYD - CHC
1 stop25h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$241
Sun 23/614:45SYD - ZQN
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$200

Direct flights to New Zealand

Mon 19/818:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 29/806:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$256
Mon 9/909:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 17/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$269
Wed 19/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$293
Fri 23/818:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 4/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$296
Mon 26/818:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 7/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$301
Wed 28/809:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 7/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$304
Thu 5/909:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$309
Wed 12/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 17/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$310
Sun 16/609:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$315

Average price of flights to New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to New Zealand is currently $202 while a return flight costs $420. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to New Zealand (average of $259). Flying to New Zealand in December will prove the most costly (average of $333). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$454

February

$473

March

$443

April

$469

May

$407

June

$442

July

$396

August

$392

September

$421

October

$424

November

$416

December

$504

Peak season

Just a short hop across the Tasman Sea, many Australian travellers book cheap flights to New Zealand to discover its natural beauty. With over a third of the country designated as national parks or reserves and 15,000 km of coastline, New Zealand is a playground for visitors who want to experience hiking, biking, boating and a myriad of other land and watersports this pristine country offers. It even has its own adventure capital, Queenstown in the South Island, where bungy jumping was invented. Those keen to witness the landscapes made famous in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies, also won’t be disappointed when they arrive on cheap flights to New Zealand, with many film location tours and visitor centres set up around the country to oblige curious tourists. Don’t miss Hobbiton near Matamata for the ultimate hobbit experience. The main cities of New Zealand (Auckland and Wellington in the north, and Christchurch and Dunedin in the south), experience the highest influx of visitors in the summer months (December to February), especially around Christmas / New Year until the end of January. Easter, Labour Day weekend in October and school holiday periods during the year are also busy. Flights to New Zealand are most expensive during these times.

Off season

The shoulder months of November and April are much quieter and it is easier to find accommodation and cheap flights to New Zealand. Winter (June to August) can be a good time to pick up cheap flight deals, and the days though cold and crisp can offer up sunny skies if you strike it lucky. Both the North and South Island have a lively winter ski and snowboard season which runs from June to October.

Temperature and rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

AKL

Temperature

11 - 20 °C

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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.

New Zealand generally has four distinct seasons, but lots of regional variation when it comes to the weather, you might be in the balmy far north in Kaitaia, the rainy west coast in Hokitika, or the chilly deep south in Invercargill. Take some extra layers so you don’t get caught out with an unseasonal southerly blast from Antarctica if you’re in the South Island at any time of the year. Overall, an outdoor activity or beach holiday are best planned for the summer months (December to February), while the autumn (March to May) is usually very settled weather-wise and a lovely time for travelling around the country, especially in Central Otago and Hawke’s Bay for the foliage changing colour. Book at least six weeks in advance for the best choice of cheap flights to New Zealand.

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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 6 May 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Batik Air, Jetstar and LATAM Airlines to New Zealand have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very Good
637 reviews
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.8
Good
665 reviews
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.7
Good
974 reviews
8.3
Very Good
637 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

What is good to know if travelling to New Zealand?

  • Over 30% of New Zealand’s land mass is protected, making it one of the best havens on earth.
  • The country is renowned for its natural beauty. For example the Southern Scenic route is a great way to see the best of what New Zealand has to offer.
  • There is also no shortage of things to do. Once you’ve booked your flights check out our guide on 30 things to do in New Zealand.
  • How long is the flight to New Zealand?

    Flights from Sydney to New Zealand – 3 hrs Flights from Melbourne to New Zealand – 3 hrs 25 mins Flights from Brisbane to New Zealand – 3 hrs 5 mins Flights from Adelaide to New Zealand – 4 hrs 10 mins Flights from Perth to New Zealand – 6 hrs 20 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to New Zealand?

    Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia, China Air and Emirates operate plenty of direct flights to New Zealand from Australian cities on a daily basis. You should have no trouble finding flight tickets to suit your budget and your dates if you book well in advance. Last minute travellers should also be able to get great flight deals, especially if flying from Sydney to Auckland, the route that offers the cheapest flights to New Zealand. Indirect flights to smaller cities in New Zealand are also possible from Australia via Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland. Expect to pay slightly more if you’re flying into Queenstown.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Auckland International Airport (AKL), Wellington International Airport (WLG) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) all offer airport buses, super shuttles and taxis for disembarked travellers wishing to reach the city centres. Auckland has the Airbus, Wellington has the Airport Flyer and Christchurch has the Metro Red Bus service. The airports are where you can also rent a car or pick up your pre-booked campervan for independent travel around the country.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to New Zealand if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to New Zealand on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to New Zealand?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to New Zealand.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in New Zealand?

    Auckland Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in New Zealand. One-way flights to Auckland Intl Airport typically cost $42, while return flights cost around $74.

  • How much is a return flight to New Zealand?

    A return flight to New Zealand will typically cost around $304, however they can be found for as little as $72.

  • Where does the fastest flight to New Zealand depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Zealand, Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Auckland Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Auckland Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Auckland Intl Airport?

    Yes. Auckland Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Auckland Airport is the closest property to Auckland Intl Airport (0.0 km away from Auckland Intl Airport).

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