Flights from New Zealand

Flights from New Zealand

Planning a trip from New Zealand? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 25 airports across the country, traveling from New Zealand is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 6 airports, while 2 airports offer intercontinental flights. Domestic flights are available from every airport in New Zealand, 19 of those airports only operate domestic flights.

As of March 2026, New Zealand has 9,917 flights to 68 airports in 25 different countries. Those flights are operated by 30 different airlines — including 2 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from New Zealand are: Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from New Zealand. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from New Zealand? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class and First Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance, Oneworld or SkyTeam.

All airports in New Zealand

Travel from New Zealand!

Explore all 25 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, and together, the top 3 airports in these cities account for over 67% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from New Zealand

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 30 airlines operate flights from New Zealand, including 2 low-cost carriers. Air New Zealand is the preferred airline here, handling 74% of all departures — amounting to 7,291 flights this month.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in New Zealand. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.

Low-cost Airlines flying from New Zealand

For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 2 low-cost airlines departing from New Zealand. Jetstar offers the widest range of options, as they operate 95% of all low-cost flights from a total of 6 airports around the country. Explore your options below and find affordable routes that fit your travel plans!

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from New Zealand. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from New Zealand by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from New Zealand arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Long-haul flights from New Zealand

Explore all long-haul destinations from New Zealand with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.

Best time to travel from New Zealand

When planning a trip from New Zealand, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types. This way, you can easily organize your trip from New Zealand, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

You can find direct flights from New Zealand to 28 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

Departing from New Zealand, you have the option to take a direct flight to 19 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

The ideal period to visit these destinations is from April to June and again from August to October, although they can be enjoyed year-round.

🌴 Tropical destinations

As of March, you can fly non-stop to 13 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.

🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations

There are currently 3 beautiful Warm Mediterranean destinations accessible by direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy pleasantly warm weather during late spring and summer in the Warm Mediterranean destinations in the Southern Hemisphere, from October to March with temperatures close to 30°C (86°F). This makes it the perfect time for a visit!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

New Zealand currently offers non-stop flights to 2 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.

🏜️ Desert destinations

If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from New Zealand, consider these 2 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.

🥵 Hot Continental destinations

There’s currently just one destination accessible via a direct flight. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.

Countries with direct flights from New Zealand

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from New Zealand?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from New Zealand. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 24 countries, across 4 continents.

Non-stop flights from New Zealand

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from New Zealand, organized by popularity. Currently, 43 destination airports located in 24 countries, and 4 continents are accessible by direct flight (from 25 airports in New Zealand). So whether you're planning a vacation or business trip, you'll have plenty of options to choose from!

Flying First Class from New Zealand

Where to start your First Class flight journey?

For a First Class flight from New Zealand, start your trip from one of the 2 major airports listed here, connecting you to 7 First Class destinations across 6 countries.

The leading departure airports in New Zealand are Auckland (AKL) and Christchurch (CHC), while popular First Class destinations include Singapore (SIN), Sydney (SYD), Los Angeles (LAX), Honolulu (HNL) and Shanghai (PVG).

Explore the full list of First Class options below.

First Class airports in New Zealand

Destinations offering First Class flights

Business Class flights from New Zealand

Flying Business Class from New Zealand

Did you know that you can fly business class from 5 airports in New Zealand? Together, those airports connect to 40 destinations in 23 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Auckland (AKL), Christchurch (CHC), Queenstown (ZQN), Wellington (WLG) and Hamilton (HLZ).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from New Zealand!

Business Class airports in New Zealand

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within New Zealand

Air New Zealand is the go-to airline for your domestic flights in New Zealand. With 6,640 flights in March alone, it is the perfect choice for traveling within the country. New Zealand has 19 airports that exclusively serve domestic flights. Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch Airport is the favored choice for domestic flights. In March, 5,116 of all departing domestic flights are being handled by these airports.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in New Zealand.

International flights from New Zealand to Oceania

In total there are 18 cities in 10 countries across Oceania that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 6 international airports in New Zealand.

Australia, Fiji and Cook Islands offer the most direct destinations within Oceania. Auckland Airport stands out as the primary international airport in New Zealand with 737 flights scheduled this month, representing 58% of flights to destinations within Oceania.

The most popular destinations are Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Gold Coast (OOL) and Nadi (NAN).

A total of 12 airlines, including 2 budget airlines, connect New Zealand with 40 international routes to 10 countries in Oceania.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Australia from New Zealand

6 Airports in New Zealand offer direct flights to 9 destinations in Australia. Altogether, there are 27 direct routes to Australia, operated by 8 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: Jetstar and Virgin Australia.

New Zealand to Australia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 92 more destinations in Australia:

Flights to Fiji from New Zealand

There are 3 airports in New Zealand directly connected to only one airport in Fiji: Nadi Airport. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Fiji, operated by Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

New Zealand to Fiji with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 6 more destinations in Fiji:

Flights to Cook Islands from New Zealand

There are 2 airports in New Zealand directly connected to only one airport in Cook Islands: Rarotonga Island Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Cook Islands, operated by Air New Zealand and Jetstar, including one low-cost carrier (Jetstar).

New Zealand to Cook Islands with a stopover

Looking for more options? There is one more destination available if you'd consider a stopover. Christchurch and Auckland Airport currently offer 1-stop flights to Aitutaki:

Flights to Samoa from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to Samoa, with flights to Apia Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Samoa from New Zealand, operated by Air New Zealand and Qantas, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Tonga from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to Tonga, with flights to Nukuʻalofa Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Tonga from New Zealand, operated by Air New Zealand.

New Zealand to Tonga with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 2 more destinations in Tonga:

Flights to French Polynesia from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to French Polynesia, with flights to Tahiti Airport. This is the only direct flight route to French Polynesia from New Zealand, operated by Air New Zealand and Air Tahiti Nui, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

New Zealand to French Polynesia with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Auckland Airport offers flights to 38 more airports in French Polynesia, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Vanuatu from New Zealand

There are 2 airports in New Zealand directly connected to only one airport in Vanuatu: Port Vila Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Vanuatu, operated by Solomon Airlines.

New Zealand to Vanuatu with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 4 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 9 more destinations in Vanuatu that require only 1 stop:

Flights to New Caledonia from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to New Caledonia, with flights to Noumea Airport. This is the only direct flight route to New Caledonia from New Zealand, operated by Aircalin and Air New Zealand, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

New Zealand to New Caledonia with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Auckland Airport offers flights to 4 more airports in New Caledonia, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Niue from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to Niue, with flights to Alofi Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Niue from New Zealand, operated by Air New Zealand.

Flights to Papua New Guinea from New Zealand

Auckland Airport is the only airport in New Zealand that is directly connected to Papua New Guinea, with flights to Port Moresby Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Papua New Guinea from New Zealand, operated by Air Niugini.

New Zealand to Papua New Guinea with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Auckland Airport offers flights to 18 more airports in Papua New Guinea, with just one stop along the way:

Intercontinental flights from New Zealand

Non-stop flights from New Zealand are available to 3 continents beyond Oceania, with destinations in 14 countries across Asia, North America and South America. The direct connections between those continents make it easy to travel from New Zealand to a multitude of worldwide destinations!

From the 2 intercontinental airports in New Zealand, 29 unique flight routes connect to 25 airports outside of Oceania. This extensive connectivity is facilitated by 20 airlines, including 0 low-cost carriers.

Discover United States, China and Singapore, which offer the best intercontinental flight connections from New Zealand.

Below, you'll find all 469 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from New Zealand to Asia

Direct flights from New Zealand connect to 10 countries in Asia. Those non-stop routes are operated by 12 airlines, resulting in a total of 19 direct flight routes to the continent.

New Zealand to China Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in New Zealand to 7 airports in China. Amounting to a total of 8 non-stop flight routes, operated by 6 airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

New Zealand to China with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 205 more destinations in China that require only 1 stop:

New Zealand to Singapore Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in New Zealand and arrive at Singapore Airport, the only airport in Singapore with direct flights from New Zealand. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand, neither of which are low cost airlines.

New Zealand to Hong Kong Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in New Zealand and arrive at Hong Kong Airport, the only airport in Hong Kong with direct flights from New Zealand. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand, neither of which are low cost airlines.

New Zealand to Malaysia Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Malaysia are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Malaysia, you will arrive at Kuala Lumpur Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Malaysia Airlines.

New Zealand to Malaysia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 18 more destinations in Malaysia:

New Zealand to Japan Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Japan are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Japan, you will arrive at Tokyo Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Air New Zealand.

New Zealand to Japan with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 38 more destinations in Japan:

New Zealand to Qatar Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Qatar are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Qatar, you will arrive at Doha Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Qatar Airways.

New Zealand to South Korea Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to South Korea are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering South Korea, you will arrive at Seoul Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Korean Air.

New Zealand to South Korea with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 5 more destinations in South Korea that require only 1 stop:

New Zealand to Indonesia Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Indonesia are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Indonesia, you will arrive at Denpasar Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Air New Zealand.

New Zealand to Indonesia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 29 more destinations in Indonesia that require only 1 stop:

New Zealand to United Arab Emirates Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to United Arab Emirates are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering United Arab Emirates, you will arrive at Dubai Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Emirates.

New Zealand to United Arab Emirates with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in New Zealand that have 1-stop flights to 2 more destinations in United Arab Emirates:

New Zealand to Taiwan Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Taiwan are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Taiwan, you will arrive at Taipei Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Air New Zealand.

New Zealand to Taiwan with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 3 more destinations in Taiwan that require only 1 stop:

Direct flights from New Zealand to North America

Direct flights from New Zealand connect to 2 countries in North America. Those non-stop routes are operated by 8 airlines, resulting in a total of 8 direct flight routes to the continent.

New Zealand to United States Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in New Zealand to 6 direct destinations in United States. Amounting to a total of 7 non-stop flight routes, operated by 7 airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

New Zealand to United States with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 227 more destinations in United States that require only 1 stop:

New Zealand to Canada Flights

When you fly directly from New Zealand to Canada, this will be from Auckland Airport as it's the only airport in New Zealand with direct connections. Upon entering Canada, you will arrive at Vancouver Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by Air New Zealand and Air Canada, neither of which are low cost airlines.

New Zealand to Canada with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in New Zealand offer flights to 45 more destinations in Canada that require only 1 stop:

Direct flights from New Zealand to South America

Direct flights from New Zealand connect to 2 countries in South America. Those non-stop routes are operated by 2 airlines, resulting in a total of 2 direct flight routes to the continent.

New Zealand to Chile Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Chile are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Chile, you will arrive at Santiago de Chile Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by LATAM.

New Zealand to Chile with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Auckland Airport offers flights to 16 more airports in Chile, with just one stop along the way:

New Zealand to Argentina Flights

Direct flights from New Zealand to Argentina are all departing from Auckland, which is the only city in New Zealand that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Argentina, you will arrive at Buenos Aires Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from New Zealand. Flights are operated by China Eastern.

New Zealand to Argentina with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Auckland Airport offers flights to 34 more airports in Argentina, with just one stop along the way:

Most popular routes from New Zealand

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from New Zealand. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from New Zealand with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from New Zealand:

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