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Cheapest return flight
£511
Typical prices: £506-£769
Air Canada
Tue 20/2Sun 11/3
LAX - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£554
Typical prices: £560-£954
Delta
Wed 21/2Thu 8/3
LAX - AKL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air New Zealand, Delta, and American Airlines. Average duration is 13h 01m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £528 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland (LAX-AKL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Auckland

Sat, 20 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Air Canada Logo
18:10 - 11:00LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 50m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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06:20 - 14:19AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
28h 59m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
£511Air Canada
Fri, 19 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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07:20 - 11:00LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
06:20 - 22:29AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
37h 09m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
£526Air Canada
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 13:35LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 00m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
14:50 - 12:00AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Nadi
£531Fiji Airways
Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 00:15LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
28h 40m1 stop Nadi
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08:00 - 12:00AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
25h 00m1 stop Nadi
£543Fiji Airways
Sun, 21 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
Delta Logo
22:50 - 08:55LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 05mdirect
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14:45 - 05:57AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 12mdirect
£554Delta
Tue, 23 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr
Delta Logo
22:50 - 07:55LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 05mdirect
Delta Logo
13:00 - 06:05AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 05mdirect
£556Delta
Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
23:35 - 09:55LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 20mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 07:00AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 10mdirect
£559Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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23:35 - 09:55LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 20mdirect
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15:50 - 07:00AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 10mdirect
£570Qantas Airways
Wed, 17 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
20:00 - 05:50LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
12h 50mdirect
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20:20 - 11:25AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 05mdirect
£658Air New Zealand
Sat, 20 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
19:10 - 05:00LAX  Los Angeles-AKL Auckland Intl
12h 50mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
20:20 - 11:25AKL  Auckland Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 05mdirect
£691Air New Zealand
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Auckland flights

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How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Auckland?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Auckland typically range from £506 to £769. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £511 on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland at £517 return.
•December (£764) and July (£726) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Auckland the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on AKL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Los Angeles to Auckland flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£314
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Auckland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Auckland:

    • Earliest: departs at 19:10 and lands at 08:11
    • Latest: departs at 23:35 and lands at 12:36.

    The flight takes about 13h 01m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Auckland takes 13h 01m, covering 6,512 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Auckland flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Auckland range from £506 to £769, with an average of £587 over the past 12 months. Anything below £506 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Auckland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the £587 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £528 return via Vancouver Intl (YVR), compared with £675 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Air New Zealand is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Auckland flights are:

    • Air New Zealand: 91% on time
    • American Airlines: 87% on time
    • Delta: 78% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £38–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Auckland spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Auckland flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Auckland flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Auckland flights:

    • Qantas Airways
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Auckland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £332, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Auckland route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 32m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Auckland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Auckland most commonly connect through:

    • Nadi (NAN) – 81% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Papeete Faaa (PPT) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £569 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £605, a difference of £36.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Auckland. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air New Zealand
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Flying via Papeete Faaa (PPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 28m, compared to 17h 09m via San Francisco (SFO) and 17h 29m via Honolulu (HNL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Auckland?

    Auckland is 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Auckland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Mount Richmond, Skycity Auckland, and New Zealand Maritime Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Auckland flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Auckland flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Auckland flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Can I fly from Los Angeles to Auckland non-stop?

    No, unfortunately it is not possible to fly directly from Los Angeles to Auckland. On your overseas trip, you can expect one, two, or sometimes three layovers. These layovers typically take place in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, or Singapore.

  • Does Auckland International Airport have services for passengers with limited mobility?

    Yes, all of Auckland International Airport’s facilities are accessible for passengers with limited mobility. However, if you need wheelchair assistance, this should be booked ahead of time with your airline, as the airport itself does not offer this service.

  • How do I reach the city center from Auckland International Airport?

    There are several ways to reach Auckland from the airport. Besides the public transportation options already mentioned, you can rent a car from one of the many available companies at the airport. You'll find car-rental companies next to the Arrivals area on the ground floor of the international terminal.

  • Can I exchange currency at the Auckland International Airport?

    Yes, there are several ATMs located throughout the terminal if you'd like to withdraw currency directly from your card. If you'd rather exchange currency, you can go to the Travelex office located both before and after Security in the international terminal. You can also order your currency in advance from Travelex for a quick and convenient currency-exchange experience.

  • Are there any hotels close to Auckland International Airport?

    Yes, there are several hotels close to the airport that provide free shuttle services between the airport and the hotel. These hotels include Novotel Auckland Airport, which is connected to the international terminal, and ibis budget Auckland Airport, which is just a short walk from the terminal.

  • Does Los Angeles International Airport have services for passengers with limited mobility?

    Yes, LAX provides many services for passengers with disabilities. Some of these services include adult changing stations, designated drop-off locations, wheelchair rentals, and more.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Auckland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £569, about £36 less than Sunday fares (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Auckland trip for April. Fares historically average £517 return in that month – typically £247 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air New Zealand. Over the past three months, 91% of Air New Zealand flights from Los Angeles to Auckland arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 32m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £528 return on this route – about £146 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Auckland Intl Airport.

    • Ibis Budget Auckland Airport
    • Novotel Auckland Airport
    • Jetpark Hotel Auckland Airport
  • There are a couple of ways you can reach Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) from the city, but the easiest way is to take the train to LA Union Station and catch the FlyAway Bus that goes direct to LAX.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has nine terminals, so be sure to check beforehand to see which terminal your flight will depart from. If you’re in a pinch, there are free shuttle bus services between the terminals.
  • Is flying stressful for you? Don't worry, Los Angeles International Airport has introduced its Pets Unstressing Passengers (PUP) program. Just look for the volunteers and their dogs located throughout the airport. Feel free to interact, cuddle, and even take photos with them.
  • When you land at Auckland International Airport (AKL), there are several ways to reach the city center. One of the easiest ways is SkyBus’s Auckland City Center service, which takes about 40-50min to reach downtown. You can also take the train or buses 38 or 31.
  • When you arrive in Auckland, you can contact the Airport Concierge service if you're in need of a helping hand with your luggage, or if you need help navigating the airport or booking transportation to your accommodation.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Auckland?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Auckland Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Delta,American Airlines

Air New Zealand,Delta, +1 more

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