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Cheap flights from Japan to New Zealand from $596

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — AKL
31 Dec — 7 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Japan to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 1 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$948

One-way from

$596

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,859

Good one-way deal

$1,505 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 15/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Japan to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Japan to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($249 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Japan to New Zealand.
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Cheapest flights from Japan to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 December 2025.

Wed 31/1214:25NRT - AKL
2 stops24h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 14/122:00AKL - NRT
1 stop21h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/12$1,495
Wed 17/1216:40NRT - AKL
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1210:00AKL - NRT
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,505
Thu 18/1208:25NRT - AKL
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1221:50AKL - NRT
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,533
Thu 18/1214:20HND - AKL
1 stop23h 05mAir China
Mon 5/120:30AKL - HND
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Deal found 30/11$1,647
Thu 18/1208:45HND - AKL
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1221:50AKL - HND
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,648
Wed 17/1216:40NRT - AKL
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1222:10AKL - NRT
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,683
Tue 16/1214:30HND - AKL
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1210:00AKL - HND
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,688
Tue 16/1213:50NRT - AKL
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1210:00AKL - NRT
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,699
Wed 17/1216:40HND - AKL
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1210:00AKL - HND
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$1,706
Wed 31/1215:05HND - AKL
1 stop21h 10mChina Southern
Wed 14/110:00AKL - HND
1 stop38h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 1/12$1,762
Sat 6/1216:40NRT - AKL
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:35AKL - NRT
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,809
Fri 19/1214:20HND - AKL
1 stop23h 05mAir China
Mon 5/120:30AKL - HND
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Deal found 30/11$1,816

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Japan 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 1 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Japan to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Japan

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New Zealand

Route

Departure

Return

Price

TokyoAuckland

NRT - AKL

NRTAKL

Tokyo Narita

Mon 11/5

10:20-11:25

1 stop22h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

13:00-07:40

1 stop21h 40m

$1,181

TokyoAuckland

NRT - AKL

NRTAKL

Tokyo Narita

Mon 11/5

21:20-13:45

1 stop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

06:15-18:50

1 stop15h 35m

$1,232

TokyoAuckland

HND - AKL

HNDAKL

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 11/5

11:25-13:45

2 stops23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

06:00-20:10

1 stop17h 10m

$1,277

TokyoAuckland

HND - AKL

HNDAKL

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 11/5

11:25-13:45

2 stops23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

16:05-05:25

1 stop16h 20m

$1,277

TokyoAuckland

HND - AKL

HNDAKL

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 28/5

11:25-13:45

2 stops23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

07:30-20:10

1 stop15h 40m

$1,277

TokyoAuckland

HND - AKL

HNDAKL

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 15/5

11:25-13:45

2 stops23h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

07:30-20:10

1 stop15h 40m

$1,387

TokyoAuckland

NRT - AKL

NRTAKL

Tokyo Narita

Thu 28/5

09:25-11:40

1 stop23h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-16:05

1 stop29h 40m

$1,413

TokyoWellington

NRT - WLG

NRTWLG

Tokyo Narita

Tue 28/4

15:35-11:45

2 stops17h 10m

Wellington

Tue 5/5

07:30-18:15

1 stop13h 45m

$1,424

TokyoWellington

NRT - WLG

NRTWLG

Tokyo Narita

Fri 8/5

20:00-08:15

2 stops33h 15m

Wellington

Wed 13/5

06:40-18:15

1 stop14h 35m

$1,443

TokyoAuckland

NRT - AKL

NRTAKL

Tokyo Narita

Sun 15/3

13:50-16:15

2 stops46h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

22:10-12:10

2 stops42h 00m

$1,476

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Japan to New Zealand

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to New Zealand (average of $976). Flying from Japan to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,148). 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 JP to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Japan 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 1 December 2025.

When flying from Japan to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

How often are flights from Japan to New Zealand delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Japan and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Japan 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?

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

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

Over the past year, ANA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as 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 1 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Japan to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Japan 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 Japan to New Zealand?

    There are many flights that can get you from Japan to New Zealand in 13h 25m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from Japan to New Zealand is about 8829 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $596. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from Japan to New Zealand for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to New Zealand (average of $976). Flying from Japan to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,148). 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 airline flying from Japan to New Zealand

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Japan 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 1 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,548Average$1,965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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