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Cheap flights from Auckland to China from $578

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
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 16 July 2026.

Fri 7/820:45
AKL
-
CAN
2 stops25h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Fri 28/819:45
CAN
-
AKL
2 stops42h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,137
Fri 24/720:45
AKL
-
NKG
2 stops41h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Sat 1/811:40
NKG
-
AKL
2 stops26h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,142
Wed 30/921:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop24h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Thu 5/1114:55
CAN
-
AKL
2 stops22h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,163
Thu 30/722:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop27h 15m
Air China
Thu 6/818:40
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Deal found 12/7$1,166
Mon 9/1114:55
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop35h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 12/1222:15
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop34h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/7$1,168
Sun 2/820:45
AKL
-
NKG
2 stops41h 55m
Hainan Airlines
Tue 18/815:35
NKG
-
AKL
1 stop22h 15m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,170
Wed 30/914:25
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop23h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 19/1010:10
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop21h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/7$1,171
Thu 3/919:30
AKL
-
SZX
1 stop32h 05m
Air China
Fri 11/919:00
SZX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
Air China
Deal found 13/7$1,178
Thu 22/1020:30
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop26h 50m
Air China
Thu 5/1106:30
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 13/7$1,182
Wed 29/722:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop27h 15m
Air China
Wed 5/818:40
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Deal found 13/7$1,188
Thu 3/919:30
AKL
-
SZX
1 stop25h 55m
Air China
Thu 17/918:05
SZX
-
AKL
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 12/7$1,188
Thu 6/822:45
AKL
-
SZX
1 stop29h 05m
Air China
Wed 26/817:00
SZX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 30m
Air China
Deal found 13/7$1,190

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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,137

One-way from

$578

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,636

Good round-trip deal

$1,009 or less

Good one-way deal

$605 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 7/8-28/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Auckland to China
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 29/7
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 25m total
  • Auckland to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 July 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandNanjing

AKL - NKG

AKLNKG

Auckland Intl

Fri 24/7

20:45-10:40

2 stops41h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 1/8

11:40-18:10

2 stops26h 30m

$1,142

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

22:45-22:00

1 stop27h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 6/8

18:40-16:30

1 stop17h 50m

$1,166

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/9

14:25-08:55

1 stop23h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 19/10

10:10-12:50

1 stop21h 40m

$1,171

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/8

19:30-09:55

1 stop18h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 5/8

22:15-16:30

1 stop38h 15m

$1,233

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/9

19:20-08:55

2 stops18h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 19/10

10:10-12:50

1 stop21h 40m

$1,254

AucklandHangzhou

AKL - HGH

AKLHGH

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/8

06:00-23:45

2 stops21h 45m

Hangzhou

Fri 4/9

18:45-22:40

2 stops23h 55m

$1,320

AucklandShenzhen

AKL - SZX

AKLSZX

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

20:50-17:25

2 stops25h 35m

Shenzhen

Mon 30/11

18:45-19:10

2 stops19h 25m

$1,326

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/8

20:45-18:40

1 stop25h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 14/8

19:45-18:10

1 stop42h 25m

$1,368

AucklandHarbin

AKL - HRB

AKLHRB

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/7

21:00-16:30

1 stop23h 30m

Harbin

Tue 25/8

07:00-15:35

1 stop28h 35m

$1,375

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/9

19:30-12:20

1 stop20h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/9

15:00-05:40

1 stop34h 40m

$1,379

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to China (average of $1,077). Flying from Auckland to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,802). 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 16 July 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Auckland to China in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Auckland to China delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between Auckland and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday 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 3% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to China?

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 16 July 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
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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
1,410 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.4
Good
157 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

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 23h 30m. Fly via Hainan Airlines, Air China, or Cathay Pacific 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 Hainan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $455. China Southern flights start at $458 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $476 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to China (average of $1,077). Flying from Auckland to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,802). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$452Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$530Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$578Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$628Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$765Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$979Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,158Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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