Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Auckland?

Flights connecting via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 52m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Auckland?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 90% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Auckland?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,085.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Auckland?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 51m.

What airlines fly to Auckland?

Delta, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Auckland from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Auckland. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Auckland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport is 4 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Auckland Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Auckland Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 11:00 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

46h 00m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

8:00 am - 4:55 amAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 55m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,058Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

10:07 am - 2:05 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

33h 58m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

7:05 pm - 4:55 amAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 50m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,133Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 16

4:51 pm - 9:25 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

22h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:20 pm - 3:46 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,156Qantas Airways

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23

6:25 pm - 8:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

20h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 11:06 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,160Delta

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 1

8:15 am - 9:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

30h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

3:50 pm - 8:40 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,160United Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23

8:30 am - 9:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

30h 40m1 stop San Francisco

3:50 pm - 8:40 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,160United Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23

7:00 am - 8:55 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 55m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 11:18 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,164Delta

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23

4:51 pm - 9:25 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

22h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:20 pm - 3:44 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,206Qantas Airways

Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 27

7:00 am - 9:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

32h 10m1 stop San Francisco

7:50 pm - 3:43 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,426Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 13 - Mon, Jun 28

7:00 am - 9:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

32h 10m1 stop San Francisco

7:50 pm - 11:44 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,606Air New Zealand

Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 26

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6:00 am - 11:50 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

37h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Hong Kong Intl

2:25 pm - 8:06 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

46h 41m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,978Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 18

4:35 pm - 6:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

44h 25m3 stops Orlando Denver Intl Los Angeles

3:00 pm - 2:08 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 08m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,141Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 18

7:15 am - 4:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

29h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:00 pm - 2:08 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 08m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,176Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 18

12:46 pm - 5:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

23h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:15 pm - 11:56 amAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$2,359Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 18

10:37 am - 2:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

35h 33m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

9:10 pm - 9:32 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 22m3 stops Wellington Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,405Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

7:00 am - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

30h 00m1 stop San Francisco

7:50 pm - 6:31 amAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 41m1 stop San Francisco

$2,641Air New Zealand

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

3:31 pm - 5:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

21h 29m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

7:50 pm - 6:31 amAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 41m1 stop San Francisco

$2,646Air New Zealand

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

7:40 pm - 7:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

19h 30m1 stop San Francisco

1:50 pm - 4:52 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 02m1 stop San Francisco

$2,659Air New Zealand

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

3:31 pm - 5:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

21h 59m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:50 pm - 8:40 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 50m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,661Air New Zealand

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

4:20 pm - 7:10 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl

22h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

1:50 pm - 10:39 pmAKL Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 49m3 stops San Francisco Eugene Denver Intl

$21,579United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

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Feb 7

DTW8:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

30h 55m

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AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 23

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

22h 50m

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DTW8:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,160

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Feb 1

DTW10:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

24h 33m

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DTW10:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Dec 29

DTW8:33 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 10

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18h 49m

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DTW4:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,250

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Jan 12

DTW12:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 01m

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Jan 26

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20h 24m

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DTW3:44 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,210

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Jan 12

DTW4:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 34m

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Jan 27

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

22h 00m

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$1,214

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Jan 12

DTW4:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 51m

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Jan 26

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

22h 36m

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Tue 11/3

7:00 am-11:00 pm

3 stops46h 00m

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3 stops38h 55m

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Mon 11/16

7:05 pm-4:55 am

3 stops27h 50m

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

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4:51 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 34m

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1 stop20h 26m

$1,156

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

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1 stop20h 30m

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1 stop26h 21m

$1,160

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/7

8:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops30h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/23

3:50 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$1,160

DetroitAuckland

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/7

8:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop30h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/23

3:50 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$1,160

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

DTWAKL

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Sun 2/7

7:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops31h 55m

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Tue 2/23

2:45 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$1,164

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

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Tue 1/12

4:51 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 34m

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/27

1:20 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop20h 24m

$1,206

DetroitAuckland

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/13

7:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop32h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/28

7:50 pm-3:43 pm

1 stop35h 53m

$1,426

DetroitAuckland

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - AKL Auckland Intl

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/17

7:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop32h 10m

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/26

7:50 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$1,606

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In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Auckland. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $546. If you’re not able to fly to Auckland in May, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Auckland during April average around $1,058.

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Best Price Found	$535
Fastest flight time	22h 48m
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The best one-way flight to Auckland from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $535. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Auckland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,058.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Auckland takes 22h 48m

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How far is Detroit to Auckland Intl by plane?
Auckland Intl is 8417.8 mi away from Detroit. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 48m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport is 4 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Auckland Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Auckland Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Auckland Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Auckland?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Detroit to Auckland is Delta (37% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qantas Airways (33%) and Air New Zealand (30%).

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $690	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $780	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,597 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,222 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,126	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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