$961+ Cheap flights to Europe

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Europe in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Europe. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 July 2026.

Tue 28/710:10
AKL
-
IST
1 stop40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/901:30
IST
-
AKL
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,932
Thu 12/1122:10
AKL
-
FRA
2 stops31h 10m
China Southern
Thu 19/1111:25
FRA
-
AKL
2 stops40h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 29/6$1,932
Thu 12/1122:10
AKL
-
FRA
2 stops31h 10m
China Southern
Fri 20/1120:20
FRA
-
AKL
2 stops31h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 1/7$1,946
Wed 22/706:45
AKL
-
IST
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/801:55
IST
-
AKL
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,953
Tue 11/808:55
AKL
-
IST
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/801:55
IST
-
AKL
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,956
Mon 13/709:00
AKL
-
IST
1 stop31h 15m
China Southern
Thu 27/815:30
IST
-
AKL
2 stops30h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 29/6$1,963
Fri 23/1022:20
AKL
-
IST
1 stop42h 55m
China Southern
Fri 30/1014:10
IST
-
AKL
1 stop40h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 29/6$1,979
Wed 2/910:15
AKL
-
IST
1 stop38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/917:45
IST
-
AKL
1 stop43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,993
Sun 19/708:55
AKL
-
IST
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/801:55
IST
-
AKL
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,998
Wed 5/821:00
AKL
-
FRA
1 stop43h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 22/814:30
FRA
-
AKL
1 stop41h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6$2,032
Tue 28/719:30
AKL
-
LGW
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Tue 4/820:20
LGW
-
AKL
1 stop33h 10m
Air China
Deal found 30/6$2,122
Tue 10/1120:50
AKL
-
FRA
2 stops46h 40m
China Airlines
Sun 22/1110:35
FRA
-
AKL
2 stops44h 35m
China Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,122

Find flight deals to Europe

Find the latest flights to Europe in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 3 July 2026.

Return from

$2,122

One-way from

$961

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,545
Air China
  • Air China
  • 28/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • Auckland to London
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Auckland to Europe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in July 2026

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Locate flights to Europe that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 3 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Europe that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandFrankfurt am Main

AKL - FRA

AKLFRA

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/11

20:50-07:30

2 stops46h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/11

10:35-19:10

2 stops44h 35m

$2,202

AucklandLondon

AKL - LGW

AKLLGW

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/7

21:00-15:00

1 stop29h 00m

London Gatwick

Fri 21/8

11:35-15:45

1 stop41h 10m

$2,223

AucklandAmsterdam

AKL - AMS

AKLAMS

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

21:00-18:30

1 stop31h 30m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:45

1 stop33h 30m

$2,325
Fastest return journey

AucklandAmsterdam

AKL - AMS

AKLAMS

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/7

21:20-18:40

2 stops31h 20m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 8/8

21:40-15:30

2 stops31h 50m

$2,352

AucklandFrankfurt am Main

AKL - FRA

AKLFRA

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/11

07:00-17:20

2 stops46h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/12

19:30-16:50

2 stops33h 20m

$2,355

AucklandParis

AKL - CDG

AKLCDG

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/7

21:00-19:15

1 stop32h 15m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 3/8

13:25-15:45

1 stop40h 20m

$2,366

AucklandFrankfurt am Main

AKL - FRA

AKLFRA

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/8

21:00-06:05

1 stop43h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 28/8

14:30-15:45

1 stop39h 15m

$2,385

AucklandLondon

AKL - LHR

AKLLHR

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/11

06:50-14:20

2 stops44h 30m

London Heathrow

Mon 7/12

16:35-22:35

2 stops41h 00m

$2,390

AucklandLondon

AKL - LHR

AKLLHR

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/7

19:30-16:30

2 stops32h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 21/8

21:10-18:00

2 stops33h 50m

$2,397

AucklandLondon

AKL - LHR

AKLLHR

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/10

07:00-14:20

2 stops43h 20m

London Heathrow

Sat 31/10

16:35-19:15

2 stops37h 40m

$2,408

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Best time to book a flight to Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Europe

How long is the flight to Europe?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Europe takes 36 hours 47 minutes. Flights to Europe from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Europe?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Europe are Air China, Etihad Airways and Hainan Airlines.

Rainfall in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Europe ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Europe when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Europe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Europe?

The price you pay for your flight to Europe may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Europe?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Europe in the last few years. This data was updated on 3 July 2026.
The most popular places in Europe to fly to are United Kingdom, Germany, France, Turkey and Italy.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated 3 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,China Southern, andQatar Airways to Europe. 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.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

FAQs about flying to Europe

Europe insider information

  • While the name Sarajevo still resonates for some with the war that ripped through the city in the 1990s, the capital of Bosnia is emerging as one of Eastern Europe’s hippest, with an intriguing ancient past and a progressive contemporary culture.
  • Berlin is one of those European cities that you just have to experience, overflowing with culture, history and artistry.
  • Istanbul is a feast for the senses and from enticing drinks to vibrant bazaars and even squat toilets.
  • What is the best way to travel around Europe?

    When you find your cheap flights to Europe, you may want to consider the best way to get around. If you are spending time in Copenhagen or Amsterdam, hiring a pushbike is an excellent option for getting around the cities and countries, as cycling networks are very advanced and well connected in all regions. Railway services are also very good, affordable and will connect you to all other major European cities. You can also take advantage of cheap budget airline fares when flying to Europe as intercontinental flights are well served by airlines such as Ryanair, Wizz air and EasyJet which will get you there faster.

  • What are some things to do in Europe?

    If you are visiting Portugal, make sure to visit the capital Lisbon and nearby Sintra, which is a World Heritage Cultural site due to its historic palaces, or take a tram ride through Lisbon’s old, cobbled streets. Try a visit to the Silver Coast near to Lisbon which is ideal for water sports and hosts beautiful beaches. In Denmark, take a cycle ride around the city of Copenhagen and view the picturesque harbour of Nyhavn with its colourful houses or take a trip over the Oresund Bridge to neighbouring Malmo in Sweden. Amsterdam is also a must visit for its beautiful canals, bridges and famous art museums.

  • How long is the flight to Europe?

    Before you start your journey, it is a good idea to compare flights to Europe to find the best deal or flight duration. For example, you can book flights to Europe from Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) in the Netherlands with Emirates or Singapore Airlines for a flight duration of around 26-30h. You can choose flights to Europe via Amsterdam either with one stopover in Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) with Singapore Airlines or a stopover in Dubai Airport with Emirates. You can also find cheap flights to Europe via Copenhagen (CPH) and Lisbon (LIS) airports from Auckland Airport with an average flight duration between 26-30h and stopovers in Singapore and Dubai airports, respectively. Flights to Europe are also available from Christchurch (CHC) and Wellington (WLG) Airports to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport between 29-33h, both with two stopovers in Auckland and Singapore airports.

  • What do I need to do before my flight to Europe?

    When you book flights to Europe, a visa is not necessary for stays of up to 90 days. However, a travel authorisation (ETIAS) will be required shortly to enter all countries in the Schengen Zone. This can be applied for online with a valid passport and can be used for up to three years for stays of up to 90 days each visit in a 180-day time frame. If you are going to be doing a lot of rail travel, the OMIO app is very useful for updated timetables and ticket purchases. Equally, the Skyscanner app is also very useful to find budget airfares for Europe flight deals. You may find an international bank card useful which can exchange to Euros for low commission rates.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Europe if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Europe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Europe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Europe.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe?

    Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost $28, while return flights cost around $63.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Europe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Europe, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Kastrup Copenhagen have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kastrup Copenhagen can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kastrup Copenhagen?

    Yes. Kastrup Copenhagen has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport is the closest property to Kastrup Copenhagen (0.0 km away from Kastrup Copenhagen).

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