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Cheap flights from New Zealand to China from $663

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 April 2026.

Thu 3/922:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop27h 25m
Air China
Mon 7/915:20
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop34h 20m
Air China
Deal found 21/4$982
Tue 4/819:30
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop31h 05m
Air China
Sat 5/915:20
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop34h 20m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$983
Fri 5/622:45
AKL
-
SZX
1 stop19h 15m
Air China
Fri 3/707:45
SZX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 55m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$992
Wed 15/722:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Sat 1/820:55
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop28h 45m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$995
Sat 18/719:30
AKL
-
HRB
1 stop30h 40m
Air China
Tue 18/822:20
HRB
-
AKL
1 stop38h 10m
Air China
Deal found 20/4$1,043
Mon 8/622:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Fri 3/707:40
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$1,045
Sat 18/719:30
AKL
-
HRB
1 stop28h 00m
Air China
Wed 19/810:00
HRB
-
AKL
1 stop26h 30m
Air China
Deal found 20/4$1,045
Fri 5/622:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop17h 50m
Air China
Fri 3/707:40
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Air China
Deal found 21/4$1,050
Wed 3/622:45
AKL
-
SZX
1 stop19h 15m
Air China
Wed 10/619:00
SZX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$1,053
Wed 29/410:40
AKL
-
CAN
2 stops27h 25m
China Eastern
Thu 7/517:50
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop34h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4$1,070
Tue 13/1020:30
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop23h 25m
Air China
Sat 31/1019:35
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop30h 05m
Air China
Deal found 19/4$1,075
Tue 1/922:45
AKL
-
CAN
1 stop27h 25m
Air China
Thu 10/915:20
CAN
-
AKL
1 stop34h 20m
Air China
Deal found 22/4$1,082

Find flight deals from New Zealand to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to China flight deals. Data was last updated 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$982

One-way from

$663

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,528

Good round-trip deal

$1,001 or less

Good one-way deal

$579 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 3/9-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • New Zealand to China
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  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • New Zealand to China
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 23 April 2026.
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AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/7

19:30-12:00

1 stop20h 30m

Chengdu

Sat 8/8

15:45-05:40

1 stop33h 55m

$1,089

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

22:45-19:40

1 stop24h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 20/6

07:20-05:40

1 stop18h 20m

$1,096

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/10

23:45-23:00

1 stop28h 15m

Chengdu

Wed 4/11

07:30-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

$1,140

AucklandShenzhen

AKL - SZX

AKLSZX

Auckland Intl

Wed 27/5

22:45-21:30

1 stop26h 45m

Shenzhen

Mon 1/6

16:00-16:30

1 stop20h 30m

$1,293

AucklandNanjing

AKL - NKG

AKLNKG

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

21:00-22:45

1 stop29h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 14/6

07:25-17:30

1 stop30h 05m

$1,310

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

21:00-01:20

1 stop32h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 14/6

18:10-17:30

1 stop19h 20m

$1,317

AucklandShenzhen

AKL - SZX

AKLSZX

Auckland Intl

Wed 27/5

22:45-21:30

1 stop26h 45m

Shenzhen

Tue 2/6

08:25-05:40

1 stop17h 15m

$1,371

AucklandShenzhen

AKL - SZX

AKLSZX

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

21:00-17:30

1 stop24h 30m

Shenzhen

Wed 10/6

07:15-17:30

1 stop30h 15m

$1,376

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/5

20:45-22:55

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/6

08:30-18:10

1 stop29h 40m

$1,378

AucklandGuangzhou

AKL - CAN

AKLCAN

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

13:25-02:20

1 stop16h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/9

10:10-11:50

1 stop21h 40m

$1,395

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to China

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

The best time to book flights from New Zealand to China is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to China (average of $1,021). Flying from New Zealand to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). 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 NZ to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 23 April 2026.

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

How often are flights from New Zealand to China delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between New Zealand and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 200 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand 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?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Zealand 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 23 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from New Zealand to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
65 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
1,293 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
7.3
Good
148 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
208 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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 New Zealand to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to China?

    For as low as $1,089, Air China can have you in China from New Zealand in 20h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10514 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to China are Hainan Airlines ($411), Cathay Pacific ($444), and China Southern ($454).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to China (average of $1,021). Flying from New Zealand to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). 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 New Zealand to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$449Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$531Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$623Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$721Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$836Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$898Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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