Cheap Flights to New Zealand

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Cheapest Flights to New Zealand

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Fri, 19 June - Mon, 22 June
SYD
Sydney
AKL
Auckland
AU$493 Return, just found
AU$493
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 19 June from Sydney to Auckland, returning Mon, 22 June, priced at AU$493 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 22 June - Wed, 24 June
SYD
Sydney
ZQN
Queenstown
AU$523 Return, found 17 hours ago
AU$523
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 22 June from Sydney to Queenstown, returning Wed, 24 June, priced at AU$523 found 17 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
SYD
Sydney
ZQN
Queenstown
AU$563 Return, just found
AU$563
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Sydney to Queenstown, returning Wed, 26 Aug, priced at AU$563 just found
Jetstar
Fri, 12 June - Mon, 15 June
SYD
Sydney
DUD
Dunedin
AU$576 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$576
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 12 June from Sydney to Dunedin, returning Mon, 15 June, priced at AU$576 found 5 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 27 Aug - Wed, 2 Sept
SYD
Sydney
WLG
Wellington
AU$601 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$601
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 27 Aug from Sydney to Wellington, returning Wed, 2 Sept, priced at AU$601 found 5 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 24 July - Sun, 26 July
SYD
Sydney
WLG
Wellington
AU$625 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$625
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 24 July from Sydney to Wellington, returning Sun, 26 July, priced at AU$625 found 5 hours ago
Jetstar
Sat, 20 June - Sat, 27 June
SYD
Sydney
CHC
Christchurch
AU$626 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$626
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 20 June from Sydney to Christchurch, returning Sat, 27 June, priced at AU$626 found 7 hours ago
Emirates
Wed, 17 June - Fri, 19 June
SYD
Sydney
WLG
Wellington
AU$686 Return, found 18 hours ago
AU$686
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 17 June from Sydney to Wellington, returning Fri, 19 June, priced at AU$686 found 18 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
WSI
Sydney
CHC
Christchurch
AU$734 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$734
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, 20 Jan from Sydney to Christchurch, returning Tue, 2 Feb, priced at AU$734 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 22 June - Sat, 27 June
AVV
Melbourne
ZQN
Queenstown
AU$812 Return, found 21 hours ago
AU$812
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 22 June from Melbourne to Queenstown, returning Sat, 27 June, priced at AU$812 found 21 hours ago

Trending flights to New Zealand

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Wed, 24 June - Mon, 29 June
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
AU$473 Return, just found
AU$473
Return
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Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 24 June from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Mon, 29 June, priced at AU$473 just found

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to New Zealand that have flexible change policies?
At Expedia, we've been channeling our inner Olympic gymnast to help you locate the most flexible fares on the market. Simply mark the "No change fee" box under the "Flexible change policies" heading to find your ideal flight to New Zealand.
Which airlines fly to New Zealand?
Settle on your perfect travel dates and then take off towards New Zealand with one of these well-known airlines:

  • Air New Zealand - 117 flights to or near New Zealand each month, including 117 flights to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) per month.
  • Hawaiian Airlines - 13 flights to or near New Zealand each month, including 13 flights to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) per month.
  • United Airlines - 13 flights to or near New Zealand each month, including 13 flights to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to New Zealand?
An useful strategy for getting your hands on cheap airfares is to be flexible with your travel dates. Begin with searching for your flight to New Zealand, then click on the "flexible dates" link to compare prices for nearby days. Another tip? Book well ahead of time. To give you an idea of costs, AU$473 was the best price for a flight to New Zealand in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to New Zealand?
There were lots of affordable fares for the taking in the last seven days, with the cost of a return airfare to New Zealand ranging between AU$473 and AU$812. Many lucky travellers nabbed one-way seats from Sydney (SYD) for as little as AU$258.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in New Zealand?
A major gateway to New Zealand, around 143 flights service Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) each month. Scout around for the best deal, book your ticket and get set to discover this amazing region.
When is the cheapest time to fly to New Zealand?
If you're not set on what date you travel to New Zealand, try to fly out earlier in the week. The cheapest day to take off is normally Tuesday, followed by Monday. Saturday is typically the most expensive day, with many people choosing to take off on the weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to New Zealand?
Plane tickets to New Zealand varied from AU$473 to AU$812 in the last seven days. Generally, the sooner you book the better the price.
What is the best time to go to New Zealand?
If you like the summertime and sunshine, head to Auckland after December 1. At this time of year, temperatures normally range between 16ºC and 21ºC in this main New Zealand city. August, September and October are the busiest months to go and when many activities and events are on.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to New Zealand?
Score a ticket in February to unlock bargain flight deals to New Zealand. The month of December is often the most expensive time to buy a seat.

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New Zealand Flights

With sheep outnumbering people about six-fold, New Zealand has plenty of room for visitors—if you don't mind sharing the landscape with some wooly friends. Plus, there are tons of things to do in any season. Whether you want to sail, scream your way down a zip line, or dine in downtown Auckland, you can always fill your New Zealand itinerary with the activities you love. And with cheap flights to New Zealand from Expedia.com.au, you'll never feel guilty about booking tickets to see your favourite Kiwi destinations.

Exploring New Zealand

If you ask New Zealanders when to visit, you may get loads of different answers. While flights to the South Island or Auckland Airport are never a bad idea, each season has its own special advantages. From December to February, you can enjoy zip lining near Auckland Harbour with the sun on your face, along with other summertime adventures. Meanwhile, autumn is popular among hiker and bikers. The temperatures are still favourable, and you won't see the crowds that congregated on the trails during the summer.

Naturally, winter opens up the chance to show off your ski skills in the likes of Mount Hutt or Coronet Peak. If you're not one for the powder, you can still hike in the winter; be sure to take a dip in a natural hot spring if you get the chance. Come springtime, you won't want to miss out on outdoor tours of “Middle Earth.” Score one of the top flight deals from Sydney to Auckland, and you can marvel at the beautiful Hunua Falls in Hunua Regional Park in cool spring temperatures.

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Roundtrip price
from AU$473
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