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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Australia from £86

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SYD
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Fri 6/316:40
AKL
-
OOL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 13/318:10
OOL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1£174
Fri 20/216:40
AKL
-
OOL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 27/218:10
OOL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1£185
Thu 12/206:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 3/306:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1£204
Wed 18/206:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 25/209:00
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1£205
Thu 19/319:30
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sat 21/322:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1£205
Thu 5/219:30
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/222:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1£206
Fri 8/506:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 12/511:00
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1£208
Sat 7/306:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 14/309:00
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1£208
Thu 12/219:30
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Tue 17/222:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1£208
Wed 25/306:15
AKL
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 27/306:20
SYD
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1£209
Sat 1/806:20
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 31/823:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1£209
Thu 5/219:30
AKL
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Thu 12/222:55
BNE
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1£211

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£174

One-way from

£86

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£292

Good round-trip deal

£203 or less

Good one-way deal

£59 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/3-13/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Australia
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  • Jetstar
  • 12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Australia
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Australia that are best for you.

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AucklandCoolangatta

AKL - OOL

AKLOOL

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

16:40-17:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 13/3

18:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

£174

AucklandCoolangatta

AKL - OOL

AKLOOL

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/2

16:40-17:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 27/2

18:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

£185

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/4

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

£204

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/3

06:15-08:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

£204

AucklandCoolangatta

AKL - OOL

AKLOOL

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

16:40-17:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 14/3

18:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

£205

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

19:30-20:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 25/3

22:55-05:05

Nonstop3h 10m

£206

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 8/6

11:00-16:10

Nonstop3h 10m

£206

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/2

19:30-20:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 25/2

11:25-17:35

Nonstop3h 10m

£206

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

19:30-20:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

22:55-05:05

Nonstop3h 10m

£206

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/2

19:30-20:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 4/3

11:25-17:35

Nonstop3h 10m

£206

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Australia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Australia from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Australia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Australia (average of £68). Flying from New Zealand to Australia in March is currently the most expensive (average of £101). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Zealand to Australia in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Australia. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Australia flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to AU0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (111 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to Australia delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 22 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,913 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Australia flight route?

    The New Zealand to Australia flight path was viewed by 258 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Australia?

    Jetstar, Emirates, and Qantas Airways can get you from New Zealand to Australia in just under 3h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. New Zealand and Australia are separated by a distance of 1376 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Australia one-way?

    £56 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from £83 and £87, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Australia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Australia (average of £68). Flying from New Zealand to Australia in March is currently the most expensive (average of £101). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Zealand to Australia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£65Average£225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£149Average£309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£174Average£330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest£200Average£276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£216Average£314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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