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Cheap First Class flights to New Zealand

SYD — AKL
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

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Cheap first class flights to New Zealand in 2025

Find the latest flights to New Zealand in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data were last updated on 29 April 2025.

Average Price

$1,959

Cheapest Price

$942

Top Rated Airline

Qantas Airways

No. of Airlines

2
Average for return first class flights in April 2025
The lowest price for a first class flight ticket to New Zealand
Most popular airline to fly first class with to New Zealand in the past 7 days
Airlines that offer first class options for this route

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Best first class flights to New Zealand
Discover carefully curated first class flight deals to New Zealand that have cost, travel time, and stopover in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Sat 10/507:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,711
Tue 27/507:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
Deal found 28/4$1,714

Travel insights for first class flights from Australia to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about first class flights from Australia to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a First Class flight from Australia to New Zealand?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a First Class flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $884). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,430). 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.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Top first class airline flying to New Zealand

Explore the top four first class airlines operating flights to New Zealand. Find out more about these airlines and their offerings, including amenities, in-flight services, and customer reviews. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 April 2025.
AirlineRatingFirst ClassPrice
EmiratesPriceFrom $261First ClassRating
8.0
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Frequently asked questions about New Zealand first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to first class tickets for flights to New Zealand. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on 29 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest price for a First Class ticket to New Zealand?

    If you are flexible with your travel dates and origin, you might only have to pay $942 for a First Class class flight to New Zealand (lowest price found recently). Our data shows that the average price for a First Class ticket to New Zealand is about $1,959/traveller.

  • How many premium cabins does Qantas Airways have for flights to New Zealand?

    Travellers who want to experience premium cabins usually book through Qantas Airways, the most popular airline with flights to New Zealand. There are 3 premium cabins provided right now: Business Class, Prem Economy Class and First Class.

  • What airlines can I book First Class flights to New Zealand with?

    Emirates has First Class flights to New Zealand. Try booking in advance to lower your costs and travel worry-free.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a First Class flight from Australia to New Zealand?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a First Class flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $884). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,430). 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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