Cheap flights from New Zealand to Houston from $733

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 31/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — HOU
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Houston

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Wed 6/514:00
AKL
-
IAH
2 stops27h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/516:49
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops26h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$1,635
Sun 3/514:00
AKL
-
IAH
2 stops27h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/511:37
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops32h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,674
Wed 25/214:50
AKL
-
IAH
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/316:34
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops26h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$1,676
Wed 25/219:45
AKL
-
IAH
Nonstop13h 20m
Air New Zealand
Sun 1/320:05
IAH
-
AKL
Nonstop14h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/1$1,764
Mon 9/319:35
AKL
-
IAH
1 stop20h 56m
Air New Zealand
Mon 16/316:32
IAH
-
AKL
1 stop19h 33m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/1$1,772
Fri 6/319:45
AKL
-
IAH
Nonstop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/318:02
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops25h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,780
Wed 6/519:50
AKL
-
IAH
Nonstop13h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sat 23/521:55
IAH
-
AKL
Nonstop14h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/1$1,791
Wed 18/206:00
CHC
-
IAH
2 stops26h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 22/215:22
IAH
-
CHC
1 stop24h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,939
Mon 30/1113:20
AKL
-
HOU
1 stop17h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 14/1218:29
HOU
-
AKL
1 stop19h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/1$1,941
Wed 18/215:55
CHC
-
IAH
2 stops46h 16m
American Airlines
Sun 22/219:42
IAH
-
CHC
2 stops33h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,951
Wed 18/213:20
AKL
-
HOU
1 stop17h 28m
American Airlines
Sun 22/216:21
HOU
-
AKL
2 stops22h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,958
Wed 14/1008:20
AKL
-
HOU
2 stops25h 34m
Qantas Airways
Tue 20/1018:17
HOU
-
AKL
2 stops25h 48m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,961

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,635

One-way from

$733

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,944
6/5-23/5
  • 6/5-23/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 48m total
  • New Zealand to Houston
31/1
  • 31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Houston
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Houston 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 24 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Houston that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

14:00-05:54

3 stops32h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 23/5

11:37-12:40

2 stops32h 03m

$1,688

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

14:00-05:54

3 stops32h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

16:49-12:40

2 stops26h 51m

$1,689

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

19:45-15:05

Nonstop13h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 16/3

18:10-08:10

1 stop20h 00m

$1,764

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

20:10-22:31

1 stop21h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 27/3

18:02-13:40

2 stops25h 38m

$1,787

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

20:15-20:42

1 stop17h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 23/5

21:55-05:30

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,799

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

08:00-00:30

2 stops34h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 16/3

16:22-13:35

2 stops27h 13m

$1,809

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

13:00-16:24

1 stop21h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 16/3

17:25-00:30

2 stops37h 05m

$1,882

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

07:00-19:03

2 stops31h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 27/3

11:55-15:05

3 stops33h 10m

$1,929

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - IAH

CHCIAH

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:00-13:38

2 stops26h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 22/2

15:22-10:35

1 stop24h 13m

$1,939

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - IAH

CHCIAH

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

15:55-19:11

2 stops46h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 22/2

19:42-23:55

2 stops33h 13m

$1,939

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Houston

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Houston (average of $647). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 January 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from New Zealand to Houston delayed?

About 38% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to Houston flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Monday 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 Houston flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 38% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 24 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from New Zealand to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Houston in 13h 20m. Fly via Air New Zealand, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 11937 km between New Zealand and Houston. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Houston?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Houston (average of $647). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Houston

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Houston. 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$644Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,276Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,343Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,368Average$1,960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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