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Cheap flights from the United States to New Zealand from $779

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
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 24 July 2026.

Sat 26/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sat 17/407:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/7$1,138
Wed 14/1023:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 6/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,140
Tue 11/823:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 18/807:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,141
Mon 7/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 16/914:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,143
Sun 1/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 15/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,145
Mon 14/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Mon 28/907:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,146
Tue 18/823:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 25/807:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,152
Sun 15/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Fri 27/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,160
Wed 23/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Tue 13/1007:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,164
Thu 30/722:45
DFW
-
AKL
1 stop21h 00m
Fiji Airways
Thu 6/814:00
AKL
-
DFW
1 stop19h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/7$1,343
Sun 8/1119:10
SNA
-
AKL
2 stops40h 05m
Delta
Wed 25/1114:35
AKL
-
SNA
2 stops52h 20m
Delta
Deal found 23/7$1,350
Mon 16/1113:52
ONT
-
AKL
1 stop22h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 24/1115:50
AKL
-
ONT
1 stop17h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,407

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 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,138

One-way from

$779

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,726

Good round-trip deal

$2,965 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,441 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/9-17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 25m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 19/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($636 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 24 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Santa AnaAuckland

SNA - AKL

SNAAKL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 28/10

09:55-07:15

2 stops25h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/11

14:35-21:55

2 stops28h 20m

$1,298

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 17/9

21:30-13:20

1 stop20h 50m

Auckland Intl

Fri 16/10

07:40-14:30

2 stops26h 50m

$1,685

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/12

18:30-08:15

1 stop18h 45m

Auckland Intl

Fri 18/12

14:35-23:30

1 stop27h 55m

$1,709

ChicagoAuckland

ORD - AKL

ORDAKL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/12

18:20-09:10

1 stop19h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

15:50-06:09

1 stop33h 19m

$1,730

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 31/8

18:25-14:05

2 stops26h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/9

06:00-12:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,732

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/10

17:45-15:05

2 stops27h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

07:30-13:18

2 stops24h 48m

$1,749

OntarioAuckland

ONT - AKL

ONTAKL

Ontario

Mon 16/11

13:35-00:50

2 stops38h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/11

06:50-15:33

2 stops29h 43m

$1,761

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 22/10

13:25-17:45

2 stops32h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/10

14:50-15:25

1 stop20h 35m

$1,780

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 13/8

10:55-07:10

1 stop25h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/8

07:00-20:27

2 stops32h 27m

$1,789

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 17/9

17:30-13:20

2 stops26h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/9

09:20-12:30

1 stop21h 10m

$1,818

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Best time to book a flight from USA to New Zealand

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,728). Flying from USA to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,488). 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 24 July 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 159 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 54 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 24 July 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
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
654 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
1,067 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
10,034 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
11,846 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 19h 50m. The distance between USA and New Zealand is about 13174 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 $463. Users have also found prices from $668 and $668 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,728). Flying from USA to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,488). 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
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,537Average$2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,547Average$2,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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