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Cheap flights from China to New Zealand from $515

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — AKL
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$886

One-way from

$515

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Good round-trip deal

$2,188 or less

Good one-way deal

$800 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 11/3-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 05m total
  • China to New Zealand
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 8/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • China to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($536 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($144 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from China to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 November 2025.

Tue 16/1221:30CSX - AKL
1 stop16h 10mHainan Airlines
Fri 23/122:20AKL - CSX
1 stop17h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$930
Fri 19/1218:10CSX - AKL
1 stop17h 05mChina Southern
Sun 25/122:10AKL - CSX
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$943
Wed 17/1218:25CSX - AKL
1 stop19h 15mSichuan Airlines
Sun 25/122:00AKL - CSX
1 stop24h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,000
Wed 17/1211:55CSX - AKL
1 stop25h 45mSichuan Airlines
Thu 22/122:00AKL - CSX
1 stop17h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,002
Fri 19/1208:50SHA - AKL
1 stop16h 40mChina Southern
Wed 21/110:00AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,043
Fri 19/1206:55PVG - AKL
1 stop18h 35mChina Southern
Wed 21/122:10AKL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,043
Fri 19/1222:05CSX - AKL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/122:20AKL - CSX
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,066
Sun 21/1208:05CSX - AKL
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Sun 25/122:10AKL - CSX
1 stop17h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,078
Tue 16/1208:05CSX - AKL
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Sun 25/122:10AKL - CSX
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,080
Sat 20/1219:15CSX - AKL
1 stop17h 10mAir China
Tue 27/120:30AKL - CSX
1 stop24h 25mAir China
Deal found 24/11$1,091
Fri 19/1213:00CSX - AKL
2 stops24h 40mHainan Airlines
Sun 25/122:20AKL - CSX
1 stop30h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,125
Thu 25/1215:00PEK - AKL
1 stop22h 40mHainan Airlines
Thu 15/122:35AKL - PEK
1 stop16h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,187

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Customise your flight search to find flights from China 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 26 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Thu 18/12

21:30-18:40

1 stop16h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

22:20-10:05

1 stop16h 45m

$930

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Tue 16/12

19:35-18:40

1 stop18h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

22:20-10:05

1 stop16h 45m

$930

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Fri 19/12

18:10-16:15

1 stop17h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

22:10-10:45

1 stop17h 35m

$943

BeijingAuckland

PEK - AKL

PEKAKL

Beijing Capital

Tue 10/3

15:00-18:40

1 stop22h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

22:35-22:15

1 stop28h 40m

$991

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Wed 17/12

18:25-18:40

1 stop19h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

22:00-10:35

1 stop17h 35m

$1,000

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Wed 17/12

18:25-18:40

1 stop19h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

22:00-17:25

1 stop24h 25m

$1,000

BeijingAuckland

PEK - AKL

PEKAKL

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/3

13:40-18:40

1 stop24h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

22:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

$1,000

BeijingAuckland

PEK - AKL

PEKAKL

Beijing Capital

Sat 14/3

20:15-18:40

1 stop17h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

22:00-16:15

1 stop23h 15m

$1,000

BeijingAuckland

PEK - AKL

PEKAKL

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/3

20:15-18:40

1 stop17h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

22:00-16:15

1 stop23h 15m

$1,000

ChangshaAuckland

CSX - AKL

CSXAKL

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Sun 21/12

08:05-06:30

1 stop17h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

22:10-10:45

1 stop17h 35m

$1,078

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Best time to book a flight from China to New Zealand

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to New Zealand (average of $633). Flying from China to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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 CN to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from China 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 26 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from China to New Zealand in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

How often are flights from China to New Zealand delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between China and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

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

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% 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 26 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from China to New Zealand, such as Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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.
Air China
7.2
Good
126 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China 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 long is the flight from China to New Zealand?

    Departing from China to New Zealand will take you 16h 10m. The distance between China and New Zealand is about 9677 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from China to New Zealand are Cathay Pacific ($515), Hainan Airlines ($560), and Sichuan Airlines ($595).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to New Zealand (average of $633). Flying from China to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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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China EasternCheapest$655Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$665Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$977Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,030Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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