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Cheap flights from Auckland to China from $521

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
6 Jan — 13 Jan1
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 7 December 2025.

Wed 24/1221:50AKL - CAN
1 stop15h 05mHainan Airlines
Sat 27/1221:00CAN - AKL
1 stop16h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,256
Thu 25/1222:35AKL - PVG
1 stop16h 25mHainan Airlines
Sun 28/1220:30PVG - AKL
1 stop17h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,300
Wed 24/1221:50AKL - PVG
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Wed 31/1217:30PVG - AKL
1 stop20h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/12$1,313
Wed 24/1222:00AKL - CAN
1 stop18h 35mChina Eastern
Sat 27/1218:00CAN - AKL
1 stop34h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/12$1,457
Thu 25/1222:35AKL - NKG
1 stop25h 15mHainan Airlines
Sun 4/120:00NKG - AKL
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/12$1,457
Sat 20/1210:40AKL - CAN
3 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1221:00CAN - AKL
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,486
Sun 21/1222:00AKL - CAN
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 28/1207:50CAN - AKL
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/12$1,490
Sat 20/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Tue 23/1220:05SHA - AKL
1 stop15h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$1,505
Fri 19/1222:10AKL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mChina Southern
Mon 22/1206:55PVG - AKL
1 stop18h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$1,505
Fri 19/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Mon 22/1220:05SHA - AKL
1 stop15h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$1,512
Sun 28/1222:20AKL - CAN
1 stop18h 30mHainan Airlines
Thu 8/123:00CAN - AKL
1 stop14h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,525
Tue 30/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
Sat 10/120:05SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$1,531

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 7 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$960

One-way from

$521

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,874

Good round-trip deal

$1,094 or less

Good one-way deal

$350 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 8/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 40m total
  • Auckland to China
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 00m total
  • Auckland to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($288 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 7 December 2025.
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Price

AucklandNanjing

AKL - NKG

AKLNKG

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

06:10-13:00

2 stops34h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 17/6

10:30-00:10

2 stops33h 40m

$998

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/2

10:10-22:15

1 stop17h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 2/3

19:30-09:40

1 stop33h 10m

$1,012

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

10:10-00:55

1 stop19h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 1/3

19:30-09:40

1 stop33h 10m

$1,035

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/2

10:10-22:15

1 stop17h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/3

07:30-09:40

1 stop21h 10m

$1,052

AucklandHangzhou

AKL - HGH

AKLHGH

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/1

22:10-18:10

1 stop25h 00m

Hangzhou

Sat 21/2

08:35-06:30

1 stop16h 55m

$1,075

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

10:40-16:05

2 stops33h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 11/5

06:55-15:45

1 stop28h 50m

$1,127

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

10:10-00:55

1 stop19h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sat 28/2

18:35-00:25

2 stops24h 50m

$1,146

AucklandHangzhou

AKL - HGH

AKLHGH

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

10:10-10:10

1 stop29h 00m

Hangzhou

Tue 17/3

08:00-09:40

1 stop20h 40m

$1,147

AucklandNanjing

AKL - NKG

AKLNKG

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

10:15-13:00

1 stop30h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 17/6

08:00-09:50

1 stop21h 50m

$1,156

AucklandBeijing

AKL - PEK

AKLPEK

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

10:10-22:15

1 stop17h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 17/3

16:45-13:25

1 stop15h 40m

$1,158

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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.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,187). 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 7 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Auckland to China at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to China. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to China flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 205 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 morning 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 2% 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 7 December 2025.
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
58 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
58 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
1,087 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
122 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
178 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
127 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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 17h 05m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, China Southern, or China Eastern to get the fastest option. There are 10419 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 Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $223. Hainan Airlines flights start at $262 while deals on China Southern start at $301 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 $1,187). 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 7 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$399Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$449Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$455Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$557Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$589Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$822Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$931Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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