Cheap flights from Australia to New Zealand from $267

SYD — AKL
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to New Zealand

Wed 2/1218:10 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Wed 16/1216:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 8/11$424
Wed 9/1218:10 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Fri 11/1216:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 8/11$443
Fri 27/1118:10 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Fri 4/1216:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 11/11$446
Fri 4/1223:55 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Sun 6/1208:00 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 9/11$453
Wed 9/1218:10 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Wed 16/1216:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 8/11$458
Sat 28/1123:55 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Mon 30/1108:00 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 6/11$459
Thu 3/1212:10 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Sun 6/1208:00 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 9/11$460
Wed 2/1211:00 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Sat 5/1217:20 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 9/11$460
Sat 21/1118:10 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Thu 26/1116:40 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Deal found 8/11$463
Wed 2/1211:00 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Wed 9/1217:20 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 8/11$469
Mon 23/1123:55 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Thu 26/1119:40 -
Nonstop3h 35m
Deal found 10/11$472
Mon 23/1123:55 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Tue 1/1208:00 -
Nonstop3h 40m
Deal found 7/11$474

Find flight deals from Australia to New Zealand

Round-trip from

$405

One-way from

$267

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$522

Good round-trip deal

$351 or less

Good one-way deal

$253 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/2-15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Australia to New Zealand
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/4-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Australia to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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BrisbaneAuckland

BNE Brisbane - AKL Auckland Intl

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Sun 22/11

23:55-06:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$300

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE Brisbane - AKL Auckland Intl

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Fri 11/12

23:55-06:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$300

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE Brisbane - AKL Auckland Intl

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Thu 3/12

12:10-18:25

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$310

MelbourneAuckland

MEL Melbourne - AKL Auckland Intl

MELAKL

Melbourne

Sat 16/1

18:55-00:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$326

SydneyAuckland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AKL Auckland Intl

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

11:00-16:05

Nonstop3h 05m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$328

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE Brisbane - CHC Christchurch

BNECHC

Brisbane

Fri 15/1

11:15-20:25

1 stop6h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$337

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE Brisbane - CHC Christchurch

BNECHC

Brisbane

Thu 3/12

08:20-18:10

1 stop6h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$338

SydneyAuckland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AKL Auckland Intl

SYDAKL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

06:25-11:35

Nonstop3h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$345

BrisbaneAuckland

BNE Brisbane - AKL Auckland Intl

BNEAKL

Brisbane

Thu 28/1

12:55-19:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$351

SydneyChristchurch

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/5

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to New Zealand

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $535). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 AU to NZ?

When flying from Australia to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to New Zealand

The most flights from AU0 to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 on average).

How often are flights from Australia to New Zealand delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Australia and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to New Zealand. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Australia to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Australia to New Zealand flights?

    You’ll find different flight options for New Zealand at Australia’s leading airports. Flights depart daily from Sydney Airport as well as airports in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth. Sydney International Airport is the largest in the country, and all major airlines serve it. Only eight km from Sydney’s CBD, the airport is accessible by taxi, shuttle, or ride-share services. There is also a direct train link into the city, with a station conveniently located at the northern end of the terminal. Adelaide is the fifth busiest, and Brisbane, the third. Melbourne International Airport, is the second largest, and along with Perth International Airport, the fourth largest, offer service to New Zealand, with flight times for all airports varying from three to five hours.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Australia to New Zealand?

    Many international carriers fly from Australia’s Sydney Airport to New Zealand’s Auckland International Airport each day, including Air New Zealand, Qantas, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific. Christchurch International Airport is also a hub with direct routes from Australia on the same airlines.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Australia to New Zealand?

    The flight times between Australia and New Zealand are rarely long enough to warrant a stopover. For example, Sydney to Auckland is only three hours, while the longest flights are from Perth to Auckland, which last six hours or less.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Australia to New Zealand?

    If you are the owner of an Australian passport, you do not need a visa or the NZeTA to enter the country of New Zealand. If you are in permanent residence in Australia or an Australian resident with a valid return visa, you need to request an NZeTA. If you have the right to reside in the UK, six months visits to New Zealand without a visa are allowed, but the NZeTA is mandatory. The same terms apply to citizens of visa waiver countries or regions, as well as citizens of a transit visa waiver country or region.

  • How popular is this Australia to New Zealand flight route?

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

    Departing from Australia to New Zealand will take you 3h 05m. The distance from Australia to New Zealand is about 2214 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Solomon Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $163. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to New Zealand for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Zealand (average of $535). Flying from Australia to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Australia to New Zealand?

    Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia are the airlines providing eco-friendly flights to New Zealand from Australia. These airlines have taken several steps to ensure that their flights produce the least amount of carbon possible. For instance, Singapore Airlines has one of the youngest and most innovative fleets in the sky, including the efficient Airbus A380. They are also developing lower-carbon and reusable aviation fuel from environmental-friendly sources. Similarly, Virgin Australia has been offsetting at least 30,000 tons of carbon each year, and now they are in the final stages of developing sustainable aviation fuel. They are also practicing efficiency from the ground up, including eco-friendly designs for their buildings and electronic ticketing, which minimizes the paper used.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Australia to New Zealand?

    Individually, you can take several steps to ensure that your flight to New Zealand from Australia is eco-friendly. First, it would be best if you prioritize flying with airlines that promote sustainable travel. You can book your flight with airlines such as those mentioned above since they have taken several steps to lessen their carbon footprint. Second, try to minimize the use of single-use plastics. Bring your headphones and reusable water bottle on board to reduce the plastic needed for this flight. Third, you should try packing lighter. Carry what is necessary, or better yet, stick to the weight limits issued by the airline. Overloading the plane means more fuel burned and more pollution caused.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to New Zealand

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$182Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$189Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$203Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$209Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$215Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Solomon AirlinesCheapest$218Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time92%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$261Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China AirlinesCheapest$292Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$342Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$364Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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