Flights from London to Auckland average $923 roundtrip in May 2024, with Air New Zealand charging €50 for checked baggage on domestic routes within New Zealand.
How much do flights to New Zealand cost in 2024?
Qantas offers $923 roundtrip from London (LHR) to Auckland (AKL) in May, while Air New Zealand provides $899 flights on the same route. Virgin Australia charges $1,042 for a direct flight from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG) in August. These prices include one 20kg checked bag but exclude airport taxes. Book 3-6 weeks before departure for 22% better fares than last-minute bookings.
Flights to New Zealand: Airline Comparison
Airline (IATA)
Route
Avg. Price (USD)
Duration
Bags Included
QF (Qantas)
LHR to AKL
$923
24h 15m
23kg
NZ (Air New Zealand)
LHR to AKL
$899
22h 40m
20kg
VQ (Virgin Australia)
SYD to WLG
$1,042
25h 30m
25kg
Best Time to Book Flights to New Zealand
August is the cheapest month for flights to Auckland, with prices 30% lower than December peak season. Avoid July due to Antarctic expedition flights increasing demand by 20%. Book 3-6 weeks before departure for optimal pricing—September 2023 data shows flights booked 4 weeks out averaged $871 versus $1,020 booked 1 week prior. Peak season runs December 15–January 15, when prices jump 45% on QF routes.
What to Watch Out For: Hidden Fees and Traps
Air New Zealand charges €50 for checked bags on domestic flights between Auckland and Wellington, a fee not reflected in initial booking prices. In 2023, 14% of passengers paid this fee at the airport. Always check baggage allowance before booking. Also, avoid Wizz Air’s April 2024 OTP-MAD route that added €34 for carry-on bags—confirm all fees at booking.
Logistics: Airports and Transfers
Auckland (AKL) handles 92% of international arrivals; Wellington (WLG) serves 8% with fewer flights. Airport transfers cost $32–$45 to downtown Auckland via Airbase Shuttle (1 hour 10 minutes) or $52 via Uber. From Christchurch (CHC), transfers to city center cost $28–$35 via Ride & Go (45 minutes). All major airports offer free Wi-Fi for 24 hours.
Q: Which airline has the cheapest checked baggage?
Air New Zealand includes 20kg checked bags on international routes but charges €50 for domestic flights within New Zealand. Qantas includes 23kg for $0 extra on all bookings.
Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?
June is 28% cheaper than December for flights to Queenstown (ZQN), with average prices at $742 versus $1,035 in peak season. Avoid July for ski season surges.
Q: How far in advance should I book for the best price?
Book 3-6 weeks before departure for 22% lower prices. Data from 2023 shows LHR-AKL flights booked 4 weeks out averaged $871 versus $1,020 booked 1 week prior.
