Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,041. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to United States from New Zealand during November instead. Flights to United States in November, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,110.

Question 2

Can stopping save me money on New Zealand to United States flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Zealand to United States.

Question 3

How many flights depart from New Zealand to United States on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 30 flights take off from New Zealand and land in United States each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00PM, with 55% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 6

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $997. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,297. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 7

How often are flights from New Zealand to the United States delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between New Zealand and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 198 minutes.

Question 8

What is the cheapest New Zealand to United States flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Auckland Intl to Los Angeles for the best New Zealand - United States flight prices

Question 9

How many flights depart from New Zealand to United States on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 211 flights take off from New Zealand and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 10

What airlines fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from New Zealand according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from New Zealand when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $1,259 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from New Zealand for as low as $1,050 on momondo.

Question 13

How long is the flight from New Zealand to United States?

Accepted Answer

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New Zealand you fly out of and what airport in United States you fly into. For example, flying from Auckland to Los Angeles takes 12h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Wellington to Los Angeles takes 14h 35m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New Zealand to United States

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to United States from New Zealand. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $1,161. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,220. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to United States.

Question 16

What cabin class options are available on New Zealand to United States flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New Zealand to United States flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New Zealand to United States are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from New Zealand to United States.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New Zealand to United States.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to United States can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at United States. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United States?

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $997. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,297. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New Zealand to United States flight route?

Fly from Auckland Intl to Los Angeles for the best New Zealand - United States flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

What cabin class options are available on New Zealand to United States flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New Zealand to United States flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New Zealand to United States flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Zealand to United States.

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

Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New Zealand to United States

What airlines fly to United States?

How often are flights from New Zealand to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between New Zealand and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 198 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New Zealand to United States on average per day?

As of December 2025, 30 flights take off from New Zealand and land in United States each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00PM, with 55% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New Zealand to United States on average per week?

As of December 2025, 211 flights take off from New Zealand and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New Zealand to United States?

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