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Cheap flights from New Zealand to the United States from $504

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
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 5 May 2026.

Tue 2/614:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/622:55
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops15h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$974
Tue 16/607:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops25h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 25/622:55
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops15h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/5$984
Tue 1/914:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/922:55
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops15h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/5$988
Thu 4/614:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops29h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/622:55
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$996
Sun 26/707:00
AKL
-
HNL
1 stop13h 10m
Fiji Airways
Tue 28/712:05
HNL
-
AKL
2 stops26h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,000
Sun 16/807:00
AKL
-
HNL
1 stop13h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 22/823:55
HNL
-
AKL
1 stop14h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,005
Tue 16/614:00
AKL
-
HNL
2 stops18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 27/623:55
HNL
-
AKL
1 stop25h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,027
Thu 12/1114:35
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 20m
Delta
Tue 17/1122:05
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/5$1,040
Sat 31/1013:35
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 15m
Delta
Tue 10/1122:05
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 10m
Delta
Deal found 30/4$1,044
Fri 30/1013:35
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 15m
Delta
Fri 27/1122:05
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/5$1,047
Wed 11/1114:35
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 20m
Delta
Tue 17/1122:05
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/5$1,052
Tue 12/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,164

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$974

One-way from

$504

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,870

Good round-trip deal

$1,652 or less

Good one-way deal

$847 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 2/6-11/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 40m total
  • New Zealand to USA
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 50m total
  • New Zealand to USA
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 5 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/10

13:35-05:50

Nonstop12h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 10/11

22:05-08:15

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,044

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/6

15:15-10:50

1 stop14h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 16/6

23:00-12:10

1 stop18h 10m

$1,604

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

16:25-16:20

Nonstop15h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 31/5

19:20-04:55

Nonstop17h 35m

$1,745

AucklandNew York

AKL - JFK

AKLJFK

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

06:45-06:00

2 stops39h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 29/5

16:30-14:10

2 stops29h 40m

$1,828

AucklandDallas

AKL - DFW

AKLDFW

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/6

15:15-19:15

2 stops21h 00m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 11/6

22:45-12:45

1 stop21h 00m

$2,035

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/10

20:15-11:45

2 stops38h 30m

Honolulu

Mon 26/10

21:50-08:10

2 stops35h 20m

$2,115

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/6

07:00-19:25

2 stops34h 25m

Honolulu

Mon 22/6

22:05-07:10

1 stop35h 05m

$2,116

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

20:15-11:45

2 stops37h 30m

Honolulu

Sat 29/8

07:00-07:10

2 stops26h 10m

$2,130

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

22:00-08:25

Nonstop8h 25m

Honolulu

Sun 21/6

22:05-06:00

1 stop33h 55m

$2,132
Fastest return journey

AucklandHonolulu

AKL - HNL

AKLHNL

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/5

22:00-08:25

Nonstop8h 25m

Honolulu

Sun 7/6

10:15-17:15

Nonstop9h 00m

$2,145

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to USA

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to USA, you should look to book at least 13 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to USA (average of $1,324). Flying from New Zealand to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,943). 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 5 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to USA in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to USA?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to USA. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to USA flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

About 22% of weekly flights between New Zealand and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 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 9% 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 5 May 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
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
640 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
1,030 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
9,683 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Canada
7.1
Good
10,998 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 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, 3,047 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 Delta, Air Tahiti Nui, and Qantas Airways fly from New Zealand to USA in about 12h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 40m. There are 10480 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 $404 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jetstar from $405 and Hawaiian Airlines from $432 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to USA (average of $1,324). Flying from New Zealand to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,943). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to USA. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$624Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$667Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$705Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$746Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$828Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$944Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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DeltaCheapest$989Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,035Average$1,928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,190Average$2,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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