Cheap flights from New Zealand to Houston from $962

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — HOU
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 9 June 2026.

Thu 10/906:20
AKL
-
IAH
2 stops26h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/1016:45
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,039
Tue 16/606:45
AKL
-
IAH
2 stops28h 15m
Qantas Airways
Tue 23/618:45
IAH
-
AKL
2 stops26h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/6$2,182
Wed 2/920:15
AKL
-
IAH
1 stop18h 42m
Air New Zealand
Thu 22/1016:30
IAH
-
AKL
1 stop19h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$2,206
Thu 23/719:50
AKL
-
IAH
Nonstop13h 35m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/815:30
IAH
-
AKL
1 stop21h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$2,248
Thu 10/920:15
AKL
-
IAH
1 stop18h 42m
Air New Zealand
Thu 24/914:53
IAH
-
AKL
1 stop22h 07m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$2,253
Mon 30/1120:10
AKL
-
IAH
1 stop29h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sun 10/120:10
IAH
-
AKL
1 stop37h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$2,260
Mon 30/1113:20
AKL
-
HOU
1 stop21h 34m
Qantas Airways
Sun 10/118:36
HOU
-
AKL
1 stop19h 49m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/6$2,270
Thu 19/1106:05
CHC
-
HOU
2 stops30h 47m
American Airlines
Mon 23/1120:20
HOU
-
CHC
2 stops48h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,313
Wed 26/815:45
CHC
-
IAH
2 stops45h 01m
American Airlines
Sun 30/816:21
IAH
-
CHC
2 stops38h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,313
Thu 19/1106:10
CHC
-
IAH
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 23/1120:10
IAH
-
CHC
2 stops31h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,320
Tue 17/1108:20
AKL
-
HOU
2 stops26h 34m
Qantas Airways
Wed 20/116:55
HOU
-
AKL
2 stops26h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 9/6$2,337
Thu 23/708:20
AKL
-
HOU
2 stops24h 24m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/818:14
HOU
-
AKL
2 stops26h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/6$2,339

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 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,039

One-way from

$962

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,311
10/9-10/10
  • 10/9-10/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 52m total
  • New Zealand to Houston
8/11
  • 8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 26m total
  • New Zealand to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($208 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 9 June 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

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - HOU

CHCHOU

Christchurch

Thu 19/11

06:05-17:52

2 stops30h 47m

Houston Hobby

Mon 23/11

20:20-15:25

2 stops48h 05m

$2,313

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - IAH

CHCIAH

Christchurch

Thu 19/11

06:10-10:25

1 stop23h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 23/11

20:25-23:05

1 stop31h 40m

$2,320

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/11

08:20-17:24

2 stops28h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/1

16:50-14:05

2 stops26h 15m

$2,335

AucklandHouston

AKL - HOU

AKLHOU

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/11

13:20-15:54

1 stop21h 34m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/1

12:47-12:20

2 stops28h 33m

$2,335

AucklandHouston

AKL - HOU

AKLHOU

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/11

13:20-15:54

1 stop21h 34m

Houston Hobby

Wed 20/1

16:55-14:55

2 stops27h 00m

$2,337

AucklandHouston

AKL - HOU

AKLHOU

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/7

08:20-15:44

2 stops24h 24m

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/8

18:14-14:10

2 stops26h 56m

$2,339

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - HOU

CHCHOU

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

06:05-15:54

2 stops28h 49m

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/11

16:25-15:25

2 stops28h 00m

$2,342

AucklandHouston

AKL - IAH

AKLIAH

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/7

20:15-11:12

1 stop31h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/8

20:15-15:05

2 stops25h 50m

$2,356

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - IAH

CHCIAH

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

06:10-10:25

1 stop23h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/11

20:25-23:05

1 stop31h 40m

$2,356
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchHouston

CHC - IAH

CHCIAH

Christchurch

Wed 26/8

17:00-16:25

1 stop16h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 30/8

16:30-10:25

2 stops24h 55m

$2,360

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Houston (average of $346). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,652). 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 9 June 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 42% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Saturday 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 42% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 9 June 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.

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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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 23h 15m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. There are 12395 km between New Zealand and Houston. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Houston (average of $346). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,652). 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 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,300Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,368Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,393Average$1,980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,616Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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