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

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly out of and what airport in New Zealand you fly into. For example, flying from Birmingham to Auckland takes 24h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Edinburgh to Auckland takes 24h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to New Zealand

Which airlines fly to New Zealand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from United Kingdom according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand refresh daily.

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

As of June 2026, there are 23 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The necessary travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:50 - 16:15

MAN

AKL

36h 25m

2 stops

22:10 - 08:50

AKL

MAN

47h 40m

2 stops

£803Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

10:30 - 17:20

LGW

CHC

41h 50m

2 stops

06:15 - 06:30

CHC

LGW

37h 15m

2 stops

£838Multiple Airlines

Sun, 6 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

14:50 - 16:15

MAN

AKL

36h 25m

2 stops

22:10 - 08:50

AKL

MAN

47h 40m

2 stops

£848Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

17:00 - 16:35

LGW

AKL

34h 35m

1 stop

10:40 - 06:30

AKL

LGW

32h 50m

1 stop

£871China Eastern

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

21:00 - 15:30

LHR

AKL

31h 30m

2 stops

22:20 - 18:05

AKL

LHR

31h 45m

2 stops

£873China Southern

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct

21:00 - 16:35

LHR

AKL

30h 35m

1 stop

22:00 - 17:30

AKL

LHR

32h 30m

1 stop

£874China Eastern

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 31 Jan

22:10 - 15:30

LGW

AKL

30h 20m

1 stop

21:20 - 14:30

AKL

LGW

28h 10m

1 stop

£875China Southern

Sun, 5 Jul - Mon, 20 Jul

21:05 - 09:55

STN

AKL

25h 50m

1 stop

20:30 - 12:55

AKL

STN

27h 25m

1 stop

£1,184Emirates

Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

14:55 - 10:55

STN

AKL

32h 00m

1 stop

21:10 - 12:55

AKL

STN

27h 45m

1 stop

£1,184Emirates

Tue, 29 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

18:15 - 13:25

LCY

AKL

30h 10m

2 stops

11:20 - 09:15

AKL

LCY

34h 55m

2 stops

£1,429Lufthansa

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

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Hainan Airlines flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand

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Hainan Airlines

22 Jun

LHR22:00London Heathrow

32h 50m

2 stops

AKL17:50Auckland Intl

12 Jul

AKL20:45Auckland Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£888

Hainan Airlines

2 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

33h 10m

1 stop

AKL18:10Auckland Intl

13 Sept

AKL20:45Auckland Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£890

Hainan Airlines

22 Jun

LHR22:00London Heathrow

32h 50m

2 stops

AKL17:50Auckland Intl

5 Jul

AKL20:45Auckland Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

LHR19:30London Heathrow

£903

SWISS flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand

Our best SWISS deals on United Kingdom to New Zealand flight tickets

SWISS

1 Dec

MAN09:10Manchester

39h 15m

2 stops

AKL13:25Auckland Intl

1 Mar

AKL14:55Auckland Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

MAN08:20Manchester

£1,001

SWISS

29 Nov

MAN14:05Manchester

34h 20m

2 stops

AKL13:25Auckland Intl

1 Mar

AKL14:55Auckland Intl

40h 00m

2 stops

MAN17:55Manchester

£1,016

SWISS

1 Nov

MAN09:10Manchester

39h 15m

2 stops

AKL13:25Auckland Intl

16 Nov

AKL14:55Auckland Intl

40h 00m

2 stops

MAN17:55Manchester

£1,018

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Mon 9/11

14:50-16:15

2 stops36h 25m

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Mon 16/11

22:10-08:50

2 stops47h 40m

£803

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Sun 6/12

10:30-17:20

2 stops41h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 23/1

06:15-06:30

2 stops37h 15m

£838

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MAN - AKL

MANAKL

Manchester

Mon 9/11

14:50-16:15

2 stops36h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/11

22:10-08:50

2 stops47h 40m

£848

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LGW - AKL

LGWAKL

London Gatwick

Wed 11/11

17:00-16:35

1 stop34h 35m

Auckland Intl

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10:40-06:30

1 stop32h 50m

£871

LondonAuckland

LHR - AKL

LHRAKL

London Heathrow

Tue 8/9

21:00-15:30

2 stops31h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/10

22:20-18:05

2 stops31h 45m

£873

LondonAuckland

LHR - AKL

LHRAKL

London Heathrow

Sun 22/11

21:00-16:35

1 stop30h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/1

22:00-17:30

1 stop32h 30m

£874

LondonAuckland

LGW - AKL

LGWAKL

London Gatwick

Sun 5/7

22:10-15:30

1 stop30h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/7

21:20-14:30

1 stop28h 10m

£875

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LondonAuckland

STN - AKL

STNAKL

London Stansted

Tue 1/9

21:05-09:55

1 stop25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 20/9

20:30-12:55

1 stop27h 25m

£1,184

LondonAuckland

STN - AKL

STNAKL

London Stansted

Tue 29/9

14:55-10:55

1 stop32h 00m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/10

21:10-12:55

1 stop27h 45m

£1,184

LondonAuckland

LCY - AKL

LCYAKL

London City

Tue 10/11

18:15-13:25

2 stops30h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/11

11:20-09:15

2 stops34h 55m

£1,429

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to New Zealand. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £1,150. If you’re not able to fly to New Zealand in October, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to New Zealand during March average around £1,184.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around £1,159 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from United Kingdom for as low as £955 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to New Zealand flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 25m
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The fastest flight from United Kingdom to New Zealand takes 24h 25m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United Kingdom to New Zealand

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand?
As of June 2026, there are 23 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to New Zealand.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to New Zealand?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The necessary travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £434	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,066 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air China	PriceFrom £489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £552	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom £632	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 223 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £719	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,410 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,970 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,197 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom £889	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 829 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom £949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 311 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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