Cheap flights from New Zealand to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from $1,173
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2026.
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Best flights from New Zealand to Dubai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to Dubai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 September 2026.
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Direct flights from New Zealand to Dubai
Explore direct flight options from New Zealand to Dubai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from New Zealand to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Zealand to Dubai. Data last updated 17 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from New Zealand to Dubai
Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 September 2026.
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Find flight deals from New Zealand to Dubai
Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 17 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Dubai 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Dubai that are best for you.
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AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Wed 7/10
17:15-10:15
1 stop26h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,194
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Wed 30/9
18:15-10:15
1 stop25h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,197
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Sun 11/10
17:15-10:15
2 stops26h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,239
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Thu 10/12
14:50-23:00
2 stops41h 10m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,253
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Thu 24/9
17:15-10:15
2 stops25h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,258
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Fri 27/11
09:40-10:00
3 stops33h 20m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,281
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Wed 9/12
11:25-19:00
2 stops40h 35m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,304
AucklandDubai
AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl
AKLDXB
Auckland Intl
Sun 6/12
14:15-23:15
1 stop42h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,319
ChristchurchDubai
CHC Christchurch - DXB Dubai Intl
CHCDXB
Christchurch
Thu 14/1
09:55-03:50
3 stops26h 55m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,337
ChristchurchDubai
CHC Christchurch - DXB Dubai Intl
CHCDXB
Christchurch
Tue 12/1
09:00-03:50
3 stops27h 50m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,337
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Dubai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Dubai (average of $1,753). Flying from New Zealand to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,494). 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 DXB?
Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 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 Dubai as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Dubai
Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Dubai. 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 17 September 2026.
The most flights from NZ0 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from New Zealand to Dubai delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to Dubai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Saturday 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 Dubai flights?
Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Dubai?
The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 17 September 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSichuan Airlines
from New Zealand to Dubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
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For a flight from New Zealand to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city.
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Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from New Zealand to Dubai in just under 26h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 30m. New Zealand and Dubai are separated by a distance of 13868 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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The most popular route from New Zealand to Dubai is Auckland Intl - Dubai Intl. You may also consider Christchurch - Dubai Intl or Wellington - Dubai Intl.
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The cheapest flight price from New Zealand to Dubai is $1,261. On average you can expect to pay $8,054. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for $2,144.
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