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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand from $530

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2026.

Tue 26/523:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 4/615:15
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 23/3$1,012
Tue 5/523:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 10/515:35
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 22/3$1,013
Tue 5/523:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 28/515:15
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 21/3$1,020
Fri 12/623:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 21/615:35
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 22/3$1,034
Fri 15/523:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 24/515:35
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 20/3$1,041
Tue 5/523:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 17/515:35
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 23/3$1,048
Thu 1/1023:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Thu 29/1008:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/3$1,051
Fri 24/423:00
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 30/415:15
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 23/3$1,054
Sat 2/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/3$1,066
Thu 30/723:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 13/813:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,269
Sat 15/823:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Mon 31/813:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,306
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/508:30
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,312

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 24 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,012

One-way from

$530

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,193

Good round-trip deal

$1,526 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,015 or less
Air Tahiti Nui
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • 26/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Los Angeles to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($362 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 6/8

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 18/8

10:30-13:05

2 stops21h 35m

$1,457

Los AngelesRotorua

LAX - ROT

LAXROT

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

23:55-19:05

2 stops24h 10m

Rotorua

Mon 11/5

06:50-13:05

2 stops25h 15m

$1,476

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

23:55-12:45

1 stop17h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/9

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

$1,516

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 20/4

23:55-22:20

2 stops27h 25m

Wellington

Mon 4/5

06:05-14:30

1 stop27h 25m

$1,619

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 24/5

23:00-12:10

1 stop18h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

15:15-10:50

1 stop14h 35m

$1,713

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

23:55-12:45

1 stop17h 50m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

11:15-13:05

2 stops20h 50m

$1,756

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

23:55-19:40

2 stops24h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 18/9

09:00-12:05

2 stops22h 05m

$1,917

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/5

23:55-20:35

2 stops25h 40m

Wellington

Sun 10/5

15:40-16:30

1 stop19h 50m

$1,936

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 27/4

23:55-16:40

2 stops21h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

10:20-13:05

2 stops21h 45m

$1,972

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Wed 22/4

23:55-20:35

2 stops25h 40m

Wellington

Wed 6/5

17:45-23:04

3 stops24h 19m

$1,982

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $523). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,116). 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 LAX to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 24 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand as you normally would.

How often are flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

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

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

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% 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 24 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Los Angeles to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
618 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,009 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to New Zealand. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

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

    Within the past month, 87 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to New Zealand in 16h 40m. Fly via Fiji Airways, Air Tahiti Nui, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from Los Angeles to New Zealand is about 11426 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 Los Angeles to New Zealand one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $471. Delta flights start at $528 while deals on United Airlines start at $536 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Los Angeles - Auckland Intl, Los Angeles - Christchurch or Los Angeles - Queenstown Intl when deciding on the best route from Los Angeles to New Zealand.

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

    Consider Air Canada (86%), Turkish Airlines (86%) or United Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,885 for a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $609 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $1,013.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $523). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,116). 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
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$958Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,095Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,526Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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