How long is the flight from South America to New Zealand?

Departing from South America to New Zealand will take you 19h 25m. There are 9646 km between South America and New Zealand. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SA to NZ?

When flying from South America 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.

Can I find deals for flights from South America to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from South America to New Zealand?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to New Zealand?

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2026.

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Sat 21/11

09:25-17:15

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Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

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EZE Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini - AKL Auckland Intl

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Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

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16:23-16:05

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$1,625

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BOG Bogotá El Dorado - AKL Auckland Intl

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Auckland Intl

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00:00-07:00

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GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

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Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 26/11

05:55-17:15

1 stop19h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,696

Rio de JaneiroAuckland

GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 4/12

18:00-17:15

1 stop31h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,742

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BOG Bogotá El Dorado - AKL Auckland Intl

BOGAKL

Bogotá El Dorado

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1 stop24h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,751

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to New Zealand (average of $2,356). Flying from South America to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,525). 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.

How often are flights from South America to New Zealand delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between South America and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 216 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South America 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?

Friday 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 South America to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South America to New Zealand?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South America to New Zealand, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines and China Eastern from South America to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7.4

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1,974 reviews

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6.0

Good

Juan,Apr 2026

BOG - CLO

Very old aircraft and it was very dirty in the seats and floor

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

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7.4

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Juan,Apr 2026

BOG - CLO

Very old aircraft and it was very dirty in the seats and floor

China Eastern

7.3

Good

246 reviews

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7.4

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Juan,Apr 2026

BOG - CLO

Very old aircraft and it was very dirty in the seats and floor

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How long is the flight from South America to New Zealand?
Departing from South America to New Zealand will take you 19h 25m. There are 9646 km between South America and New Zealand. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South America to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South America to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South America to New Zealand?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South America to New Zealand.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to New Zealand?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America 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 South America to New Zealand?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to New Zealand (average of $2,356). Flying from South America to New Zealand in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,525). 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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About 18% of weekly flights between South America and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 216 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South America 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?

Friday 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 South America to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South America to New Zealand?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South America to New Zealand, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines and China Eastern from South America to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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