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Cheap flights from Australia to New Zealand from $312

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AKL
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Sat 23/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 29/506:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$520
Tue 19/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Sun 31/520:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/4$537
Sat 2/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 4/507:00
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$539
Mon 13/723:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 27/720:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/4$540
Mon 4/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Mon 11/506:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/4$545
Sat 2/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 8/506:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/4$547
Fri 3/706:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 6/706:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$547
Fri 15/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 22/517:25
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/4$549
Thu 7/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sun 10/506:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$550
Sat 2/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Fri 8/520:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/4$550
Fri 22/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 27/520:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$552
Mon 4/523:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 7/517:25
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/4$554

Find flight deals from Australia to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$501

One-way from

$312

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$657

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/6-7/7
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Australia to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Australia to New Zealand
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to New Zealand 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 22 April 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE - AKL

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Fri 19/6

23:55-05:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/7

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

$501

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$537

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$537

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$539

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$540

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE - AKL

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Fri 8/5

23:55-05:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

$550

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

12:40-14:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$562

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/6

18:35-23:40

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/6

12:40-14:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$562

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

12:40-14:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$562

SydneyAuckland

SYD - AKL

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

$562

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to New Zealand

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $562). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $844). 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 AU to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to New Zealand is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to New Zealand?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to New Zealand. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

The most flights from AU0 to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (107 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (74 on average).

How often are flights from Australia to New Zealand delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Australia and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 110 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Sunday 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 Australia to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand from Australia to New Zealand have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,024 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
539 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
818 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Australia to New Zealand flight route?

    The Australia to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 1,609 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $501, Jetstar can have you in New Zealand from Australia in 3h 10m. The distance between Australia and New Zealand is about 2292 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $183 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Solomon Airlines from $234 and Virgin Australia from $251 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $562). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $844). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to New Zealand

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to New Zealand. 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$121Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$185Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Solomon AirlinesCheapest$217Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time92%
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China EasternCheapest$235Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$238Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$241Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$266Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$316Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China AirlinesCheapest$344Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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