What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to New Zealand?

Delta and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to New Zealand

What airlines fly to New Zealand?

Delta, Air New Zealand and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

Prices for flights from Detroit to New Zealand were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to New Zealand.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to New Zealand?

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 New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:28 am - 1:35 pm

DTW

AKL

32h 07m2 stops

2:50 pm - 5:12 am

AKL

DTW

32h 22m2 stops

$820Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

5:00 am - 9:55 am

DTW

AKL

34h 55m2 stops

3:50 pm - 9:02 pm

AKL

DTW

23h 12m1 stop

$875Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

6:15 pm - 9:55 am

DTW

AKL

21h 40m1 stop

3:50 pm - 9:02 pm

AKL

DTW

23h 12m1 stop

$883Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

11:28 am - 12:45 am

DTW

AKL

43h 17m2 stops

3:50 pm - 5:12 am

AKL

DTW

31h 22m1 stop

$926Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

6:15 pm - 10:00 am

DTW

AKL

46h 45m2 stops

1:00 pm - 5:35 pm

AKL

DTW

45h 35m2 stops

$1,120Air Canada

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

6:15 pm - 11:00 am

DTW

AKL

46h 45m2 stops

1:00 pm - 5:35 pm

AKL

DTW

45h 35m2 stops

$1,126Air Canada

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

11:40 am - 12:10 am

DTW

CHC

42h 30m2 stops

6:05 am - 2:09 pm

CHC

DTW

50h 04m2 stops

$1,318Qantas Airways

Mon, Feb 23 - Sat, Mar 7

7:31 pm - 2:30 pm

DTW

CHC

48h 59m2 stops

6:05 am - 2:09 pm

CHC

DTW

50h 04m2 stops

$1,358Qantas Airways

Sun, Feb 22 - Sat, Mar 7

7:10 am - 8:40 am

DTW

WLG

31h 30m2 stops

4:45 pm - 9:17 pm

WLG

DTW

46h 32m2 stops

$1,473Air New Zealand

Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 9

7:10 am - 2:20 pm

DTW

WLG

37h 10m2 stops

10:05 am - 10:06 pm

WLG

DTW

30h 01m2 stops

$1,504Air New Zealand

Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 4

United Airlines flights from Detroit to New Zealand

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United Airlines

Jan 29

DTW7:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 00m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 5

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

23h 24m

1 stop

DTW9:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,176

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Jan 30

DTW7:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 00m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 6

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

23h 24m

1 stop

DTW9:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,278

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United Airlines

Jan 15

DTW10:56 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 24m

2 stops

WLG9:20 amWellington

Jan 18

WLG5:45 pmWellington

45h 29m

2 stops

DTW9:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$3,412

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Qantas Airways flights from Detroit to New Zealand

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Qantas Airways

Feb 23

DTW11:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

42h 30m

2 stops

CHC12:10 amChristchurch

Mar 7

CHC6:05 amChristchurch

50h 04m

2 stops

DTW2:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,318

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Qantas Airways

Feb 22

DTW7:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

48h 59m

2 stops

CHC2:30 pmChristchurch

Mar 7

CHC6:05 amChristchurch

50h 04m

2 stops

DTW2:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,358

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Qantas Airways

Feb 22

DTW7:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

48h 59m

2 stops

CHC2:30 pmChristchurch

Mar 7

CHC6:05 amChristchurch

50h 04m

2 stops

DTW2:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,360

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DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

11:28 am-1:35 pm

2 stops32h 07m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/5

2:50 pm-5:12 am

2 stops32h 22m

$820

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

5:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops34h 55m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/5

3:50 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop23h 12m

$875

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

6:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/5

3:50 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop23h 12m

$883

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

11:28 am-12:45 am

2 stops43h 17m

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/6

3:50 pm-5:12 am

1 stop31h 22m

$926

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/17

6:15 pm-10:00 am

2 stops46h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/24

1:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops45h 35m

$1,120

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

6:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops46h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops45h 35m

$1,126

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

11:40 am-12:10 am

2 stops42h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:09 pm

2 stops50h 04m

$1,318

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

7:31 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops48h 59m

Christchurch

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:09 pm

2 stops50h 04m

$1,358

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/27

7:10 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 30m

Wellington

Mon 2/9

4:45 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops46h 32m

$1,473

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/27

7:10 am-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Wellington

Wed 2/4

10:05 am-10:06 pm

2 stops30h 01m

$1,504

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to New Zealand

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from Detroit is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $884, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New Zealand during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $913.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $1,203 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Detroit for as low as $901 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to New Zealand flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	26h 03m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to New Zealand takes 26h 03m

There are no direct flights from Detroit to New Zealand. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to New Zealand.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Detroit to New Zealand were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to New Zealand?
As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to New Zealand.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to New Zealand?
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 New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $669	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 961 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $751	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,128 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,574 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $789	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,023 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $886	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 563 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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