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Cheap flights from the United States to New Zealand from $723

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
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 12 May 2026.

Tue 23/623:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sun 28/614:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,032
Sat 16/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 1/614:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,033
Sat 30/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 10/614:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,035
Fri 26/623:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 27/814:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,037
Tue 28/723:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/814:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,039
Fri 2/1023:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 16/1007:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,045
Tue 1/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 18/907:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,047
Sun 2/806:00
DFW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sun 9/819:50
AKL
-
DFW
1 stop26h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$1,047
Mon 9/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Fri 27/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,049
Mon 27/723:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 14/814:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,057
Sun 16/823:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 31/814:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,059
Mon 21/1222:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Tue 12/108:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,079

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 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,032

One-way from

$723

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,719

Good one-way deal

$1,006 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 30/9-17/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 2/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 20m total
  • USA to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($514 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($155 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 12 May 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

21:50-15:05

1 stop22h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

15:55-17:05

1 stop20h 10m

$1,240

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

14:35-08:15

2 stops22h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

14:35-22:03

2 stops26h 28m

$1,289

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

23:30-16:50

1 stop22h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

20:35-07:05

1 stop29h 30m

$1,341

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/6

18:30-13:20

2 stops25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

06:00-12:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,474

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 12/6

18:30-14:05

2 stops26h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

08:20-12:30

1 stop21h 10m

$1,474

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

16:35-14:05

2 stops26h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

06:50-08:40

1 stop20h 50m

$1,475

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 31/8

20:20-15:05

1 stop25h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/9

13:25-23:55

2 stops27h 30m

$1,484

DallasAuckland

DFW - AKL

DFWAKL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 9/6

18:30-13:20

2 stops25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

13:25-23:03

2 stops26h 38m

$1,491

SeattleAuckland

SEA - AKL

SEAAKL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 30/5

17:31-14:05

2 stops25h 34m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/6

15:55-22:44

2 stops25h 49m

$1,522

SeattleAuckland

SEA - AKL

SEAAKL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 22/10

15:20-14:05

2 stops26h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/11

06:00-10:52

2 stops25h 52m

$1,526

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Best time to book a flight from USA to New Zealand

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to New Zealand

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

Booking 35 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,627). Flying from USA to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,610). 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 12 May 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.

Weekly flight availability from USA to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from USA 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 12 May 2026.

The most flights from US0 to NZ0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 154 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday 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.

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 12 May 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
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
241 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
642 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
1,037 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,706 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,663 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
241 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • How popular is this USA to New Zealand flight route?

    This flight path from United States to New Zealand was viewed by 73 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 22h 15m. 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 $458. Users have also found prices from $597 and $650 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Zealand (average of $1,627). Flying from USA to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,610). 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$969Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,448Average$2,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,496Average$2,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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