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R9 550+ Cheap flights to New Zealand

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AKL
Jul 21 — Jul 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to New Zealand in 2026

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Cheapest flights to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 June 2026.

Wed 8/714:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/817:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R16 305
Mon 27/714:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 16/817:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6R16 585
Sun 18/1014:05
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 30/1023:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R16 881
Tue 24/1120:20
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6R17 094
Wed 16/914:05
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/922:15
AKL
-
JNB
3 stops43h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R17 144
Wed 26/820:55
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/917:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops49h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6R17 275

Find flight deals to New Zealand

Find the latest flights to New Zealand in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 June 2026.

Return from

R16 305

One-way from

R9 550

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 459
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/7-5/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Auckland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R2 321 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R432 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-23:30

2 stops47h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/9

17:15-4:00

2 stops44h 45m

R18 919
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

22:30-4:05

1 stop19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/9

10:40-20:05

1 stop20h 25m

R20 053

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-21:10

1 stop44h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/2

17:45-15:35

2 stops32h 50m

R21 582

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

14:05-23:30

2 stops47h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/9

17:15-4:00

2 stops44h 45m

R21 680

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

11:10-11:50

1 stop38h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/9

13:25-7:55

1 stop28h 30m

R21 894

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

11:10-16:45

2 stops43h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/9

7:05-7:45

2 stops35h 40m

R21 927

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

11:10-19:10

2 stops46h 00m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/8

13:25-7:55

1 stop28h 30m

R22 371

JohannesburgHamilton

JNB - HLZ

JNBHLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

17:30-11:15

1 stop30h 45m

Hamilton

Mon 16/11

13:40-15:00

2 stops60h 20m

R82 398
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

20:55-6:00

1 stop23h 05m

R10 931

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Everything you need to know about your flight to New Zealand

How long is the flight to New Zealand?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to New Zealand takes 33 hours 7 minutes. Flights to New Zealand from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Zealand are Qantas Airways, Emirates and Cathay Pacific.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R14 891
Emirates
Emirates
From R19 588
South African
South African
From R12 802
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R12 242

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Zealand are Cathay Pacific, South African and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to New Zealand?

The price you pay for your flight to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What are the most popular places to fly to in New Zealand?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to New Zealand in the last few years. This data was updated on 21 June 2026.
The most popular places in New Zealand to fly to are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Queenstown.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 21 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African to New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 047 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

FAQs about flying to New Zealand

What is good to know if travelling to New Zealand?

  • Auckland, New Zealand’s capital city, is an excellent base for exploring the country. If you’re in the area, some of the sites you have to see include the Historic Victoria Park, the Sky Tower, and Mt Eden, a volcanic cone near Auckland’s city center.
  • Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand, which means that if you’re passing by, you have to try your hand at adrenaline-pumping activities such as river rafting, bungee jumping, hiking, biking, and in the winter times, some serious skiing!

  • Can I find cheaper flights to New Zealand if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to New Zealand on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to New Zealand?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to New Zealand.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in New Zealand?

    Auckland Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in New Zealand. One-way flights to Auckland Intl typically cost R1 044, while return flights cost around R1 470.

  • How much is a return flight to New Zealand?

    A return flight to New Zealand will typically cost around R39 066, however they can be found for as little as R11 551.

  • Where does the fastest flight to New Zealand depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Zealand, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Auckland Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Auckland Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Auckland Intl?

    Yes. Auckland Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Auckland Airport is the closest property to Auckland Intl (0,0 km away from Auckland Intl).

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