Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand from $697

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
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 9 December 2025.

Tue 30/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 1/206:10AKL - LAX
1 stop25h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,099
Mon 29/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 17/116:35AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/12$1,105
Mon 29/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 16/116:35AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/12$1,112
Wed 31/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 4/215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,116
Mon 29/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 19/116:35AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,119
Mon 8/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 21/1215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/12$1,133
Mon 29/1222:25LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mDelta
Thu 5/214:35AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/12$1,135
Tue 9/1223:45LAX - CHC
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1209:00CHC - LAX
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,400
Thu 25/1223:45LAX - WLG
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/221:05WLG - LAX
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,659
Fri 26/1223:45LAX - CHC
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/117:20CHC - LAX
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,706
Tue 30/1219:05LAX - CHC
2 stops18h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 27/114:40CHC - LAX
2 stops17h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/12$1,747
Tue 9/1219:05LAX - WLG
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/1208:55WLG - LAX
2 stops22h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/12$1,879

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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,099

One-way from

$697

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,912

Good round-trip deal

$1,148 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,342 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 20/2-28/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to New Zealand
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • Los Angeles to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($316 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

22:20-07:35

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/3

13:35-05:50

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,152

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

23:50-09:55

Nonstop13h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

07:35-13:30

1 stop25h 55m

$1,161

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

23:50-09:55

Nonstop13h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

06:10-08:25

1 stop22h 15m

$1,161

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 29/3

22:30-14:05

1 stop19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/4

15:55-16:30

1 stop19h 35m

$1,175

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 29/3

22:30-00:35

1 stop30h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

15:55-16:30

1 stop19h 35m

$1,175

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

23:50-09:55

Nonstop13h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

06:50-14:30

1 stop28h 40m

$1,185

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

23:50-09:55

Nonstop13h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

13:15-12:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,185

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Fri 23/1

23:45-09:55

Nonstop13h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/2

16:35-14:30

1 stop18h 55m

$1,185

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

23:45-09:55

Nonstop13h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/2

08:30-06:05

1 stop18h 35m

$1,185

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/2

23:45-09:55

Nonstop13h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

13:15-12:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,185

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $154). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 9 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to New Zealand in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 9 December 2025.

The most flights from LAX to NZ0 are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

About 12% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 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?

Tuesday 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 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 9 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Alaska Airlines, andAir New Zealand 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.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

  • 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 13h 05m. Fly via Delta, Qantas Airways, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from Los Angeles to New Zealand is about 10480 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $465. United Airlines flights start at $540 while deals on Fiji Airways start at $639 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Air Canada (81%), Turkish Airlines (81%) or United Airlines (81%) 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 $1,579 for a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $1,083 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $891.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New Zealand (average of $154). Flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to New Zealand

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$571Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$938Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$943Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,227Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,569Average$2,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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