What airlines fly to New Zealand?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Iowa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Iowa to New Zealand?

The flight from Iowa to New Zealand depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Des Moines (a popular airport in Iowa) to Auckland (the most popular airport in New Zealand), then the flight time is 19h 51m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Auckland, then the average flight time is 27h 55m.

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

American Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to New Zealand

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to New Zealand?

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Iowa to New Zealand as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa 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 Iowa to New Zealand.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your New Zealand 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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2:00 pm - 9:55 am

DSM

AKL

24h 55m

2 stops

7:35 am - 2:32 pm

AKL

DSM

24h 57m

2 stops

$766American Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 17

2:28 pm - 8:10 am

DSM

AKL

23h 42m

2 stops

8:30 am - 2:32 pm

AKL

DSM

24h 02m

2 stops

$775American Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

3:21 pm - 2:05 pm

OMA

AKL

29h 44m

2 stops

6:10 am - 2:51 pm

AKL

OMA

25h 41m

2 stops

$792Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 19

10:51 am - 6:50 am

DSM

AKL

26h 59m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 8:39 pm

AKL

DSM

24h 39m

2 stops

$797Delta

Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 23

4:25 pm - 6:50 am

DSM

AKL

45h 25m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 3:41 pm

AKL

DSM

19h 41m

2 stops

$812Delta

Fri, Apr 10 - Thu, Apr 23

6:35 am - 9:10 am

CID

AKL

31h 35m

2 stops

3:50 pm - 1:04 pm

AKL

CID

40h 14m

2 stops

$812United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

3:17 pm - 2:05 pm

OMA

AKL

29h 48m

2 stops

1:25 pm - 11:31 pm

AKL

OMA

27h 06m

2 stops

$818Qantas Airways

Sat, May 16 - Wed, May 27

3:17 pm - 6:00 pm

OMA

AKL

33h 43m

2 stops

8:20 am - 11:31 pm

AKL

OMA

32h 11m

2 stops

$870Qantas Airways

Thu, May 14 - Fri, May 29

3:57 pm - 5:35 pm

OMA

CHC

31h 38m

2 stops

6:05 am - 11:43 pm

CHC

OMA

35h 38m

2 stops

$937Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

6:00 am - 5:25 pm

OMA

AKL

42h 25m

3 stops

8:15 pm - 11:42 pm

AKL

OMA

20h 27m

2 stops

$1,026United Airlines

Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 19

United Airlines flights from Iowa to New Zealand

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United Airlines

Feb 8

DSM8:10 amDes Moines

30h 00m

2 stops

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 12

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

25h 30m

2 stops

DSM10:20 pmDes Moines

$797

United Airlines

Feb 10

OMA7:28 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

30h 42m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 14

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

25h 06m

1 stop

OMA9:56 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$802

United Airlines

Feb 4

MLI8:46 amMoline Quad-City

53h 24m

2 stops

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 8

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

37h 22m

2 stops

MLI10:12 amMoline Quad-City

$812

Qantas Airways flights from Iowa to New Zealand

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Qantas Airways

Feb 4

OMA1:37 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 33m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 6

AKL1:20 pmAuckland Intl

18h 32m

1 stop

OMA12:52 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$780

Qantas Airways

May 16

OMA3:17 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

33h 43m

2 stops

AKL6:00 pmAuckland Intl

May 25

AKL1:25 pmAuckland Intl

27h 06m

2 stops

OMA11:31 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$818

Qantas Airways

Feb 10

OMA1:37 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 33m

1 stop

AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl

Feb 14

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

27h 09m

1 stop

OMA11:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$844

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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

2:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops24h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

7:35 am-2:32 pm

2 stops24h 57m

$766

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

2:28 pm-8:10 am

2 stops23h 42m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/26

8:30 am-2:32 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$775

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/8

3:21 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 44m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/19

6:10 am-2:51 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$792

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

10:51 am-6:50 am

2 stops26h 59m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$797

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

4:25 pm-6:50 am

2 stops45h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-3:41 pm

2 stops19h 41m

$812

Cedar RapidsAuckland

CID - AKL

CIDAKL

Cedar Rapids

Thu 2/5

6:35 am-9:10 am

2 stops31h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/9

3:50 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops40h 14m

$812

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/16

3:17 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 48m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/27

1:25 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops27h 06m

$818

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/14

3:17 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops33h 43m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/29

8:20 am-11:31 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$870

OmahaChristchurch

OMA - CHC

OMACHC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 3/19

3:57 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops31h 38m

Christchurch

Thu 3/26

6:05 am-11:43 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$937

OmahaAuckland

OMA - AKL

OMAAKL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-5:25 pm

3 stops42h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/19

8:15 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$1,026

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Iowa to New Zealand were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to New Zealand?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Iowa to New Zealand as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa 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 Iowa to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The necessary travel and health documents for your New Zealand 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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United Airlines	PriceFrom $793	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,231 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,212 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,051	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 578 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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