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Cheap flights from Auckland to China from $486

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Thu 21/521:25
AKL
-
SHE
1 stop27h 35m
China Southern
Fri 19/608:10
SHE
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$839
Wed 28/121:50
AKL
-
PEK
1 stop20h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 5/219:00
PEK
-
AKL
1 stop18h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 15/1$860
Tue 19/521:25
AKL
-
SHE
1 stop26h 00m
China Southern
Thu 18/619:15
SHE
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$862
Thu 29/122:35
AKL
-
PEK
1 stop24h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 5/215:00
PEK
-
AKL
1 stop22h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 15/1$862
Fri 15/521:25
AKL
-
SHE
1 stop31h 30m
China Southern
Sun 31/508:00
SHE
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$870
Wed 13/520:30
AKL
-
HGH
1 stop26h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Sat 23/509:10
HGH
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/1$879
Fri 15/521:25
AKL
-
SHE
1 stop31h 30m
China Southern
Sat 13/618:30
SHE
-
AKL
1 stop32h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$888
Thu 28/509:00
AKL
-
HRB
1 stop18h 00m
China Southern
Fri 5/608:05
HRB
-
AKL
1 stop18h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$895
Tue 12/521:25
AKL
-
SHA
1 stop19h 55m
China Southern
Tue 9/618:50
SHA
-
AKL
1 stop16h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$898
Tue 12/521:25
AKL
-
PVG
1 stop27h 05m
China Southern
Tue 9/618:20
PVG
-
AKL
1 stop17h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$898
Wed 13/520:30
AKL
-
SHA
1 stop30h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Tue 23/608:30
SHA
-
AKL
1 stop29h 20m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 15/1$902
Fri 1/520:45
AKL
-
PEK
1 stop27h 00m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 28/516:00
PEK
-
AKL
1 stop21h 50m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/1$902

Find flight deals from Auckland to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to China flight deals. Data was last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$839

One-way from

$486

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,323

Good round-trip deal

$1,111 or less

Good one-way deal

$394 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 21/5-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • Auckland to China
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Auckland to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($301 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to China 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to China that are best for you.

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Auckland

Fly to

China

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

21:25-21:00

1 stop27h 35m

Shenyang

Fri 19/6

08:10-06:30

1 stop18h 20m

$839

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

21:50-13:45

1 stop20h 55m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/2

19:00-18:40

1 stop18h 40m

$860

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

09:00-22:30

1 stop17h 30m

Shenyang

Thu 18/6

15:30-06:30

1 stop35h 00m

$862

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

22:35-18:15

1 stop24h 40m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/2

15:00-18:40

1 stop22h 40m

$862

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/5

21:25-19:25

1 stop26h 00m

Shenyang

Thu 18/6

19:15-06:30

1 stop31h 15m

$862

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

21:25-00:55

1 stop31h 30m

Shenyang

Sun 31/5

08:00-06:30

1 stop18h 30m

$870

AucklandHangzhou

AKL - HGH

AKLHGH

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

20:30-18:40

1 stop26h 10m

Hangzhou

Sat 23/5

09:10-17:50

1 stop28h 40m

$879

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

21:25-12:55

1 stop19h 30m

Shenyang

Thu 25/6

19:15-06:30

1 stop31h 15m

$888

AucklandShenyang

AKL - SHE

AKLSHE

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

21:25-00:55

1 stop31h 30m

Shenyang

Sat 13/6

18:30-06:30

1 stop32h 00m

$888

AucklandHarbin

AKL - HRB

AKLHRB

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

09:00-23:00

1 stop18h 00m

Harbin

Fri 5/6

08:05-06:30

1 stop18h 25m

$895

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to China?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to China (average of $426). Flying from Auckland to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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 AKL to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

When flying from Auckland to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Auckland to China delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Auckland and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 206 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to China flights?

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

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

Sunday 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 Auckland to China flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 1% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 15 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Auckland to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,130 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
188 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air China
7.2
Good
137 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to China. 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 Auckland to China?

    Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to China from Auckland.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Auckland to China in 18h 35m. Fly via China Southern, Hainan Airlines, or China Eastern to get the fastest option. There are 9292 km between Auckland and China. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to China one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $309. China Eastern flights start at $309 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $328 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Auckland to China?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Auckland Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Auckland Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun when deciding on the best route from Auckland to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to China 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 Auckland to China?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to China (average of $426). Flying from Auckland to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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 7 airlines flying from Auckland to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to China. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$401Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$452Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$458Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$590Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$646Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$827Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$905Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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