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Cheap flights from New Zealand to the United States from $440

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 February 2026.

Tue 3/323:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/313:05
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$854
Thu 12/223:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 25/213:05
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$859
Thu 12/223:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 45m
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed 25/213:05
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 15m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/2$861
Thu 12/214:50
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops29h 20m
Fiji Airways
Tue 17/312:00
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/2$862
Sat 7/223:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 50m
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri 20/213:05
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 15m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/2$864
Tue 24/214:50
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Tue 3/312:00
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/2$867
Thu 5/314:50
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops29h 20m
Fiji Airways
Tue 10/312:00
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/2$869
Thu 12/223:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 16/213:05
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$884
Sat 28/223:30
AKL
-
HNL
Nonstop8h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 1/412:55
HNL
-
AKL
Nonstop9h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$887
Tue 9/607:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops25h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 23/612:05
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/2$894
Tue 10/308:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops25h 45m
Fiji Airways
Tue 17/312:00
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/2$899
Tue 10/214:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 13/222:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/2$1,083

Find flight deals from New Zealand to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$854

One-way from

$440

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,833

Good round-trip deal

$901 or less

Good one-way deal

$492 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 3/3-9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 18h 00m total
  • New Zealand to USA
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  • Alaska Airlines
  • 12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 45m total
  • New Zealand to USA
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to USA 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 8 February 2026.
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AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

14:00-10:50

2 stops18h 50m

Honolulu

Thu 30/4

22:55-12:40

2 stops15h 45m

$982

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

14:00-10:50

2 stops18h 50m

Honolulu

Sat 2/5

23:55-23:15

1 stop25h 20m

$982

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/4

14:00-22:10

1 stop30h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 30/4

22:55-12:40

2 stops15h 45m

$982

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/3

14:50-13:25

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 27/3

23:05-13:40

1 stop18h 35m

$1,130

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/6

23:55-12:45

1 stop17h 50m

$1,175

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

14:50-12:00

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

23:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

$1,181

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

14:50-13:25

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 29/3

23:25-00:10

1 stop28h 45m

$1,183

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

23:30-09:15

Nonstop8h 45m

Honolulu

Fri 27/3

13:00-21:20

Nonstop9h 20m

$1,234

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/2

22:00-07:30

Nonstop8h 30m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

09:20-17:15

Nonstop8h 55m

$1,263

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 7/3

10:30-12:00

2 stops22h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

23:35-13:10

1 stop17h 35m

$1,397

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to USA

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to USA (average of $349). Flying from New Zealand to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,073). 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 NZ to US?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 February 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to USA, 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 New Zealand to USA

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to USA. 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 8 February 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to US0 are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to the United States delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between New Zealand and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 174 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 8 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to the United States, such as Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,254 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,697 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
223 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to USA. 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 New Zealand to USA flight route?

    Within the past month, 3,980 users have taken a look at flights from New Zealand to United States.

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

    Airlines like Fiji Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Air New Zealand fly from New Zealand to USA in about 8h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 20m. There are 7084 km between New Zealand and USA. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $396 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $423 and Alaska Airlines from $423 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to USA (average of $349). Flying from New Zealand to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,073). 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 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to USA

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$513Average$1,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$541Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$586Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$592Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$904Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$924Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$985Average$1,885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,184Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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