How long is the flight from New Zealand to Italy?

Airlines like China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and Air China fly from New Zealand to Italy in about 45h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 20m. The distance from New Zealand to Italy is about 18498 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Italy one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $872. Turkish Airlines flights start at $956 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,093 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Italy ranges from 15.0 - 111.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 111.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Italy when rainfall is around 15.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Italy, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to IT?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Italy as you normally would.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Italy?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Italy by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	$1,737
One-way from	$638
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	June
Average price	$2,727

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New Zealand to Italy

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Italy (average of $1,988). Flying from New Zealand to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,282). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from New Zealand to Italy is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Italy

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from New Zealand to Italy 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.

Hainan Airlines

8.4

Very Good

70 reviews

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Anonymous,Mar 2025

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Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Hainan Airlines

8.4

Very Good

70 reviews

Hainan Airlines

8.4

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70 reviews

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1 / 2

10.0

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Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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8.4

Very Good

70 reviews

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1 / 2

10.0

Excellent

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Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,732 reviews

Hainan Airlines

8.4

Very Good

70 reviews

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1 / 2

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Turkish Airlines

7.4

Good

4,468 reviews

Hainan Airlines

8.4

Very Good

70 reviews

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CAN - PEK

China Eastern

7.3

Good

240 reviews

Hainan Airlines

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Very Good

70 reviews

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1 / 2

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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How long is the flight from New Zealand to Italy?
Airlines like China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and Air China fly from New Zealand to Italy in about 45h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 20m. The distance from New Zealand to Italy is about 18498 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Italy one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $872. Turkish Airlines flights start at $956 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,093 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Italy that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Italy flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Italy?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Italy.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Italy?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Italy 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 Italy?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Italy (average of $1,988). Flying from New Zealand to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,282). 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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Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$1,368	Average$1,630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	Cheapest$1,385	Average$1,599	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time61%	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$2,011	Average$2,389	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$2,205	Average$3,089	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$2,400	Average$3,025	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$2,656	Average$3,162	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Italy

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from New Zealand to Italy 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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