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Cheap flights from the United States to New Zealand from $699

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2026.

Sun 15/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Thu 26/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,091
Thu 12/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Thu 26/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,098
Wed 16/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 28/907:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,102
Tue 15/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 28/907:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,105
Thu 30/723:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 9/807:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,117
Fri 6/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 21/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/6$1,119
Thu 12/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 21/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,127
Sat 14/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 27/1108:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,129
Tue 27/1023:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Thu 12/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/6$1,131
Thu 12/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Wed 25/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/6$1,133
Thu 11/623:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop22h 20m
Qantas Airways
Thu 18/606:10
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop19h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,138
Tue 8/912:05
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sat 19/914:00
AKL
-
HNL
1 stop30h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/6$1,198

Find flight deals from USA to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,091

One-way from

$699

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,413

Good one-way deal

$835 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/11-26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($635 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($178 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA 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 15 June 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 30/7

23:30-14:05

1 stop19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/8

06:10-07:05

1 stop19h 55m

$1,196

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/10

21:55-16:50

1 stop24h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

13:20-08:05

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,535

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/8

18:30-14:05

2 stops26h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

06:00-12:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,544

OntarioAuckland

ONT - AKL

ONTAKL

Ontario

Wed 11/11

13:00-09:10

2 stops47h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/11

15:50-20:20

2 stops25h 30m

$1,554

OntarioAuckland

ONT - AKL

ONTAKL

Ontario

Sun 1/11

05:00-09:10

2 stops55h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/11

15:50-17:47

1 stop22h 57m

$1,640

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 24/11

15:15-14:05

2 stops27h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/12

15:50-13:43

1 stop16h 53m

$1,647

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

11:20-08:15

2 stops25h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

14:35-18:32

1 stop22h 57m

$1,664

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/11

13:20-17:45

2 stops31h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/11

07:00-12:00

2 stops26h 00m

$1,688

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

16:35-14:05

2 stops26h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

08:20-12:30

1 stop23h 10m

$1,715

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Fri 11/12

22:05-08:15

Nonstop13h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/1

14:35-05:50

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,724

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Best time to book a flight from USA to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from USA with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to New Zealand

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,520). Flying from USA to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,920). 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 US to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 15 June 2026.

When flying from USA 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 the United States to New Zealand delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between United States and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to New Zealand flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from USA to New Zealand. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 15 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from the United States 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
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
244 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
645 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
1,047 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,842 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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 USA 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 popular is this USA to New Zealand flight route?

    This flight path from United States to New Zealand was viewed by 56 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from USA to New Zealand?

    Departing from USA to New Zealand will take you 13h 10m. The distance between USA and New Zealand is about 10480 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $460. Users have also found prices from $609 and $663 on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,520). Flying from USA to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,920). 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 4 airlines flying from USA to New Zealand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,020Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,476Average$2,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,525Average$2,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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