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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Australia from £72

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SYD
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap 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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£157

One-way from

£72

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£223

Good round-trip deal

£196 or less

Good one-way deal

£126 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/9-8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£18 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 August 2025.

Wed 3/917:05AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 8/923:20BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/8£157
Sat 13/920:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Tue 16/918:45MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£165
Fri 12/916:30AKL - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Tue 16/919:05OOL - AKL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£167
Fri 12/917:05AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 15/923:20BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/8£167
Tue 21/1006:40AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 31/1022:55BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£173
Fri 12/916:30AKL - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Mon 15/919:05OOL - AKL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 11/8£176
Thu 30/1006:45AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Tue 4/1122:55BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£183
Mon 3/1106:45AKL - BNE
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Mon 10/1122:55BNE - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 12/8£188
Wed 3/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sat 13/909:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 12/8£196
Thu 11/920:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Thu 18/923:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 11/8£196
Mon 8/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 9/906:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£197
Wed 10/920:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Fri 10/1023:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 13/8£201

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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 14 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Australia that are best for you.

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New Zealand

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

17:05-18:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 8/9

23:20-04:30

Nonstop3h 10m

£157

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 13/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

18:45-00:20

Nonstop3h 35m

£165

AucklandCoolangatta

AKL - OOL

AKLOOL

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/9

16:30-18:05

Nonstop3h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 16/9

19:05-00:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£167

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/9

17:05-18:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 15/9

23:20-04:30

Nonstop3h 10m

£167

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/10

06:40-07:30

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Fri 31/10

22:55-05:10

Nonstop3h 15m

£173

AucklandCoolangatta

AKL - OOL

AKLOOL

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/9

16:30-18:05

Nonstop3h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 15/9

19:05-00:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£176

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/10

06:45-07:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Tue 4/11

22:55-05:10

Nonstop3h 15m

£183

AucklandBrisbane

AKL - BNE

AKLBNE

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/11

06:45-07:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 10/11

22:55-05:10

Nonstop3h 15m

£188

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

£196

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

£196

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Australia

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Australia (average of £985). Flying from New Zealand to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,723). 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 14 August 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 14 August 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (65 on average).

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 14 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andLATAM Airlines 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
3,315 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
3,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
1,840 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
895 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

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

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

    £72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines, with prices starting from £97 and £104, respectively.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Australia (average of £985). Flying from New Zealand to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,723). 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 14 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£80Average£207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£148Average£303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest£167Average£242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£175Average£327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£221Average£344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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