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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles from $597

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
26 May — 2 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 April 2026.

Mon 4/513:00
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 05m
Delta
Tue 19/522:25
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 25m
Delta
Deal found 25/4$1,175
Sun 20/1216:05
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri 8/122:45
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 55m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 25/4$1,300
Thu 10/1216:05
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri 1/122:45
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 55m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 21/4$1,314
Wed 29/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/4$1,348
Sat 17/1015:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 14/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/4$1,351
Mon 18/508:20
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 1/623:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,355
Thu 14/513:25
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop20h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 17/523:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,356
Mon 4/506:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/523:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,374
Tue 12/506:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/523:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,375
Mon 4/513:25
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 19/523:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop22h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,377
Mon 4/506:45
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 7/523:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,384
Thu 4/616:10
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/623:55
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,452

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,178

One-way from

$597

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,516

Good round-trip deal

$2,276 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,274 or less
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  • Delta
  • 9/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 25h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Los Angeles
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  • Delta
  • 11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Los Angeles
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles 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 26 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 19/8

07:00-13:05

2 stops25h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

23:55-07:05

2 stops36h 10m

$1,662

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 18/7

13:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

23:55-17:10

2 stops22h 15m

$1,732

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

15:45-17:05

1 stop20h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 28/5

23:05-15:25

1 stop21h 20m

$1,753

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 13/5

06:05-14:30

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

23:30-14:45

1 stop20h 15m

$1,802

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 16/5

06:05-14:30

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 21/6

17:51-14:45

2 stops25h 54m

$1,802

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 2/10

07:40-13:05

2 stops25h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 11/10

23:55-13:35

2 stops41h 40m

$1,849

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

06:00-22:48

2 stops35h 48m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 21/5

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

$1,858

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 13/10

17:45-12:20

1 stop14h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 29/10

23:35-16:10

1 stop20h 35m

$1,906

QueenstownLos Angeles

ZQN - LAX

ZQNLAX

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/6

07:00-13:05

2 stops25h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

23:35-12:20

2 stops40h 45m

$1,945

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

15:45-17:05

1 stop20h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 31/5

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

$1,999

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 3 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles (average of $600). Flying from New Zealand to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,961). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 April 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles delayed?

About 26% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday 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 Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 26 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui,Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand from New Zealand to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
635 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,027 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,672 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New Zealand?

    For a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) is just 15.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Los Angeles flight route?

    Within the past month, 3,151 users have taken a look at flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Los Angeles in 18h 53m. Fly via Qantas Airways, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. New Zealand and Los Angeles are separated by a distance of 10480 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $463. Users have also found prices from $501 and $550 on Fiji Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Los Angeles is Auckland Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles. You may also consider Wellington - Los Angeles Los Angeles or Christchurch - Los Angeles Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles consider choosing American Airlines(85%), Alaska Airlines(85%) or Qantas Airways(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,680 for a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $1,147 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles) is currently priced at $1,287.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Los Angeles (average of $600). Flying from New Zealand to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,961). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$625Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$747Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$828Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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United AirlinesCheapest$829Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$968Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$991Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,119Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,202Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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