How long is the flight from China to New Zealand?

Departing from China to New Zealand will take you 17h 40m. The distance between China and New Zealand is about 9395 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 Hainan Airlines ($405), Air China ($445), and Sichuan Airlines ($542).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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.

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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 30 August 2026.

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Deal found 27/8$1,229

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Deal found 26/8$1,236

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Deal found 26/8$1,244

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Deal found 29/8$1,278

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Deal found 26/8$1,280

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Deal found 27/8$1,313

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Deal found 29/8$1,318

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Deal found 29/8$1,327

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Deal found 26/8$1,349

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Deal found 29/8$1,349

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from China to New Zealand that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 August 2026.

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Deal found 25/8$1,790

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Deal found 29/8$2,432

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Round-trip from	$1,278
One-way from	$590
Popular in	September
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$1,773
Good round-trip deal	$1,357 or less
Good one-way deal	$980 or less

Cathay Pacific
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68h 05m total
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29h 30m total
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ShanghaiAuckland

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 14/10

08:50-07:30

1 stop17h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/10

22:20-11:20

1 stop18h 00m

$1,313

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CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - CHC Christchurch

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Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 16/1

17:00-00:35

2 stops26h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 30/1

06:00-14:45

2 stops37h 45m

$1,366

GuangzhouAuckland

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - AKL Auckland Intl

CANAKL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 21/10

05:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

14:55-08:55

1 stop23h 00m

$1,367

BeijingAuckland

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

PKXAKL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 10/9

18:30-06:30

1 stop32h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/9

09:00-23:10

1 stop18h 10m

$1,379

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/10

18:50-16:30

1 stop16h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/10

10:00-22:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,440

BeijingChristchurch

PEK Beijing Capital - CHC Christchurch

PEKCHC

Beijing Capital

Fri 23/10

20:15-00:20

2 stops23h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 31/10

15:45-14:10

2 stops27h 25m

$1,444

ShanghaiChristchurch

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - CHC Christchurch

SHACHC

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 13/10

16:10-00:10

2 stops27h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 20/10

06:20-22:40

2 stops21h 20m

$1,447

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/12

20:05-16:15

1 stop15h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/1

10:00-20:20

1 stop15h 20m

$1,457

BeijingAuckland

PEK Beijing Capital - AKL Auckland Intl

PEKAKL

Beijing Capital

Wed 21/10

07:25-12:50

1 stop24h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/10

14:55-17:20

1 stop31h 25m

$1,476

GuangzhouAuckland

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - AKL Auckland Intl

CANAKL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 26/11

10:15-00:05

2 stops32h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/1

22:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

$1,523

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to New Zealand (average of $1,192). Flying from China to New Zealand in February is currently the most expensive (average of $2,289). 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?

When flying from China to New Zealand, 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 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 131 minutes.

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

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from China to New Zealand, such as Sichuan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,466 reviews

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Air China

7.4

Good

163 reviews

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

China Eastern

7.3

Good

236 reviews

Sichuan Airlines

7.8

Good

35 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

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How long is the flight from China to New Zealand?
Departing from China to New Zealand will take you 17h 40m. The distance between China and New Zealand is about 9395 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 Hainan Airlines ($405), Air China ($445), and Sichuan Airlines ($542).
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to New Zealand (average of $1,192). Flying from China to New Zealand in February is currently the most expensive (average of $2,289). 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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Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$935	Average$1,653	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Southern	Cheapest$1,071	Average$1,423	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Air China	Cheapest$1,161	Average$2,747	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$1,549	Average$2,350	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Sichuan Airlines	Cheapest$1,747	Average$1,823	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Sichuan Airlines flights

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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 30 August 2026.

When flying from China to New Zealand, 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 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 131 minutes.

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

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from China to New Zealand, such as Sichuan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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