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✈️ Cheap flights to New Zealand
Compare fares to New Zealand from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into Auckland Intl (AKL). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
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🛬 Airports in New Zealand
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AKL | Auckland Intl | Auckland | Main |
| WLG | Wellington Intl | Wellington | Main |
| CHC | Christchurch Intl | Christchurch | Main |
| ZQN | Queenstown | Queenstown | Main |
| HLZ | Hamilton Intl | Hamilton | Regional |
| WRE | Whangarei | Whangarei | Regional |
| TRG | Tauranga | Tauranga | Regional |
| KKE | Kerikeri | Kerikeri | Regional |
| ROT | Rotorua Regional | Rotorua | Regional |
| WHK | Whakatāne | Whakatāne | Regional |
…and 16 more airports.
Auckland Airport is the main international gateway, with Christchurch, Wellington and Queenstown also receiving international flights, especially from Australia. Interislander and Bluebridge ferries connect the North and South Islands.
📅 Best time to fly to New Zealand
Best: December to March – summer warmth, long days and the best conditions for hiking and beaches.
Cheaper shoulder season: March to May and October to November – mild weather, autumn colours or spring blooms and fewer crowds.
Avoid: No bad time – winter (June to August) is cool and wet in places but excellent for skiing around Queenstown and Wanaka.
Weather by month in Auckland
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Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to New Zealand
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Auckland | 18,364 km | 22 h 50 min* | |
| New York → Auckland | 14,215 km | 17 h 50 min* | |
| Los Angeles → Auckland | 10,486 km | 13 h 20 min | |
| Chicago → Auckland | 13,183 km | 16 h 35 min* | |
| Miami → Auckland | 12,960 km | 16 h 15 min | |
| San Francisco → Auckland | 10,508 km | 13 h 20 min | |
| Toronto → Auckland | 13,878 km | 17 h 25 min* | |
| Paris → Auckland | 18,541 km | 23 h 00 min* | |
| Frankfurt → Auckland | 18,196 km | 22 h 35 min* | |
| Dubai → Auckland | 14,200 km | 17 h 45 min* | |
| Delhi → Auckland | 12,502 km | 15 h 45 min | |
| Mumbai → Auckland | 12,304 km | 15 h 30 min | |
| Singapore → Auckland | 8,409 km | 10 h 50 min | |
| Sydney → Auckland | 2,159 km | 3 h 15 min |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in New Zealand
- Queenstown – A lakeside town surrounded by mountains, packed with outdoor activities and nearby wine country.
- Fiordland National Park – Milford and Doubtful Sounds, rainforest and famous Great Walks.
- Rotorua – Bubbling mud pools, geysers and rich Māori heritage.
- Tongariro National Park – New Zealand's oldest national park, a dual UNESCO site for nature and culture.
- Bay of Islands – Subtropical islands, dolphins and the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
- Auckland – A harbour city of volcanic cones, beaches, islands and diverse food.
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Flights to New Zealand: questions
What is the main airport in New Zealand?
The main international airport is Auckland Intl (AKL) in Auckland. Other airports with scheduled flights include Wellington (WLG), Christchurch (CHC), Queenstown (ZQN).
How long is the flight from London to New Zealand?
A nonstop flight from London to Auckland covers about 18,364 km and takes around 22 h 50 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to New Zealand?
December to March – summer warmth, long days and the best conditions for hiking and beaches.
When is the cheapest time to fly to New Zealand?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: March to May and October to November – mild weather, autumn colours or spring blooms and fewer crowds.
Do I need a visa to fly to New Zealand?
It depends on your passport. See our New Zealand visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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