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Cheap flights from Australia to New Zealand from $276

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AKL
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$375

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/1

06:25-11:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/2

06:20-08:00

Nonstop3h 40m

$375

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE - AKL

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Wed 4/12

22:55-05:00

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/12

06:45-07:25

Nonstop3h 40m

$379

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/3

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$392

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/1

19:15-00:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/1

07:00-08:45

Nonstop3h 45m

$425

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Fri 6/12

18:55-00:35

Nonstop3h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/12

06:00-08:15

Nonstop4h 15m

$438

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE - AKL

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Tue 14/1

18:05-00:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/1

06:25-07:10

Nonstop3h 45m

$445

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

09:05-14:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/1

15:25-17:00

Nonstop3h 35m

$451

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

19:15-00:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/2

06:20-08:00

Nonstop3h 40m

$453

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE - AKL

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Thu 5/12

18:05-00:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/12

06:45-07:25

Nonstop3h 40m

$456

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Cheap flight deals from Australia to New Zealand

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to New Zealand (NZ0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Australia to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Wed 4/1222:55BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/1206:45AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$379
Wed 4/1219:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/1207:00AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$430
Tue 10/1223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Thu 12/1220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$436
Fri 6/1218:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/1206:00AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$438
Thu 5/1218:05BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1206:25AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$447
Thu 5/1218:05BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/1206:45AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$456
Thu 5/1213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$462
Wed 4/1219:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1206:20AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$462
Thu 12/1209:00SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Sat 14/1206:20AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$468
Thu 12/1213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mChina Airlines
Wed 18/1221:05AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mChina Airlines
Deal found 20/11$473
Sat 23/1111:40SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sun 24/1107:35AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/11$479
Thu 5/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 14/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/11$510

Best time to book a flight from Australia to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Australia to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $251). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 AU to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 21 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to New Zealand as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from AU0 to NZ0 are scheduled on a Thursday (85 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

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 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

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 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).

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 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to New Zealand, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
778 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 airports serve Australia to New Zealand flights?

    You’ll find different flight options for New Zealand at Australia’s leading airports. Flights depart daily from Sydney Airport as well as airports in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth. Sydney International Airport is the largest in the country, and all major airlines serve it. Only eight km from Sydney’s CBD, the airport is accessible by taxi, shuttle, or ride-share services. There is also a direct train link into the city, with a station conveniently located at the northern end of the terminal. Adelaide is the fifth busiest, and Brisbane, the third. Melbourne International Airport, is the second largest, and along with Perth International Airport, the fourth largest, offer service to New Zealand, with flight times for all airports varying from three to five hours.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Australia to New Zealand?

    Many international carriers fly from Australia’s Sydney Airport to New Zealand’s Auckland International Airport each day, including Air New Zealand, Qantas, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific. Christchurch International Airport is also a hub with direct routes from Australia on the same airlines.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Australia to New Zealand?

    The flight times between Australia and New Zealand are rarely long enough to warrant a stopover. For example, Sydney to Auckland is only three hours, while the longest flights are from Perth to Auckland, which last six hours or less.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Australia to New Zealand?

    If you are the owner of an Australian passport, you do not need a visa or the NZeTA to enter the country of New Zealand. If you are in permanent residence in Australia or an Australian resident with a valid return visa, you need to request an NZeTA. If you have the right to reside in the UK, six months visits to New Zealand without a visa are allowed, but the NZeTA is mandatory. The same terms apply to citizens of visa waiver countries or regions, as well as citizens of a transit visa waiver country or region.

  • How popular is this Australia to New Zealand flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $276. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to New Zealand for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $251). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Australia to New Zealand?

    Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia are the airlines providing eco-friendly flights to New Zealand from Australia. These airlines have taken several steps to ensure that their flights produce the least amount of carbon possible. For instance, Singapore Airlines has one of the youngest and most innovative fleets in the sky, including the efficient Airbus A380. They are also developing lower-carbon and reusable aviation fuel from environmental-friendly sources. Similarly, Virgin Australia has been offsetting at least 30,000 tons of carbon each year, and now they are in the final stages of developing sustainable aviation fuel. They are also practicing efficiency from the ground up, including eco-friendly designs for their buildings and electronic ticketing, which minimizes the paper used.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Australia to New Zealand?

    Individually, you can take several steps to ensure that your flight to New Zealand from Australia is eco-friendly. First, it would be best if you prioritize flying with airlines that promote sustainable travel. You can book your flight with airlines such as those mentioned above since they have taken several steps to lessen their carbon footprint. Second, try to minimize the use of single-use plastics. Bring your headphones and reusable water bottle on board to reduce the plastic needed for this flight. Third, you should try packing lighter. Carry what is necessary, or better yet, stick to the weight limits issued by the airline. Overloading the plane means more fuel burned and more pollution caused.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$216Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$224Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$246Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$248Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$264Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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EmiratesCheapest$312Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$323Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$327Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China AirlinesCheapest$343Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$435Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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