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 25m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 81.0 - 150.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 150.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 81.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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

Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Houston Hobby, Auckland Intl - Houston George Bush Intcntl or Christchurch - Houston Hobby when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Houston.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Houston?

Before booking your flight from New Zealand to Houston, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Air New Zealand, United Airlines or Qantas Airways.

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?

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Round-trip from	$1,825
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Average price	$2,275

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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 $1,590). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,354). 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?

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 39% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 39% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

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.

Air New Zealand

8.0

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Air New Zealand

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Very Good

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Qantas Airways

7.5

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Air New Zealand

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668 reviews

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6.0

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

United Airlines

7.4

Good

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

American Airlines

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Air New Zealand

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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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 25m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta 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?
Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Houston Hobby, Auckland Intl - Houston George Bush Intcntl or Christchurch - Houston Hobby when deciding on the best route 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.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Houston?
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Houston (average of $1,590). Flying from New Zealand to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,354). 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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Qantas Airways	Cheapest$824	Average$1,623	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,368	Average$1,968	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,435	Average$1,996	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,587	Average$1,725	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights

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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 1 September 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 39% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 39% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

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.

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