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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland (LAX-AKL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to Auckland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Our travellers' advice
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For LAX, pre-book parking for a smoother departure.
Consider hiring a car at AKL to explore New Zealand.
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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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LAX

For a smooth departure, pre-book parking at LAX. Terminal parking is a five-minute walk, but economy lots require shuttles.

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AKL

Upon arrival at AKL, consider hiring a car to explore New Zealand. Popular destinations are 2-3 hours away by car.

Read more about AKLby Robert Schrader
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

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.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Auckland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Auckland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Auckland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Los Angeles to Auckland, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Auckland back to Los Angeles, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Auckland is May, where tickets cost £456 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £959 and £821 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to Auckland?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £608, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Auckland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Auckland, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Auckland

Low seasonJuly
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (40% more expensive on average)

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.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Auckland

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    American Airlines, Qantas Airways, Alaska Airlines, and LATAM Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Auckland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Auckland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Auckland, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Auckland on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Auckland, Air New Zealand or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Auckland are Air New Zealand and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of £858 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £698 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Auckland from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Auckland with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Auckland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Auckland from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Auckland? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £384 or less one-way and £608 or less round-trip.
  • 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?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles to Auckland Intl.
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

Air New Zealand, Delta

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Friday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Friday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Delta

Air New Zealand, Delta

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Auckland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Auckland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Auckland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.1Food
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
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I liked everything. I fell sleep so I did not eat but everything was wonderful. Thank you

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2025LAX - GUA
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I liked everything. I fell sleep so I did not eat but everything was wonderful. Thank you

2 FLIGHT DELAYS? what an inconvenience to stay @the airport HALF THE DAY😳from 1pm till boarding @ 4pm pass 😠exhausting !

Awful experience. Flight delayed over night due to technical issues. Had to speak with 4 different reps and beg for hotel and $12 meal voucher. Asked for a sit upgrade at the gate, rep said not available, with the comment it would not be fair to other passengers, although I am a AA and cc member. Were packed like sardines in economy for 15 hours, while the were plenty empty sits in 1st, business and premium economy. Pretty terrible.

Flight was delayed - we left at 11:30 pm instead of 10:30 and it was extremely inconvenient. It affected both the day of the flight and the next day

The plane was put out of service and had to wait for a new plane to be assigned. No one had any information and the information on the screens was never updated. The call wait time was 2 hours and the estimated time for text assistance was 55 minutes which was a lie because after 55 minutes nothing happened. I understand that delays happen but to not have anyone available to provide any update or reassurance was just negligent. Also, what is the point of having an 800 number if no one answers it and don’t get me started on the text message system. Ridiculous!

The flight was canceled at the last minute and we got very upset as we had plans in which our schedule that affects a family reunion was in jeopardy.

They were friendly, efficient and got our bags to us so fast at the end of the flight.

Flight was delayed which caused us to have to change our connecting flight. Grilled cheese sandwich was served very hot.

Staff are helpful and patient. I don’t appreciate the almost 5 hours delay and also the delay of our luggage and being switched from one carousel to another to pick them up.

Staff were great but we were delayed on the tarmac for over an hour.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Food choices perhaps not the best. Only offered beer and wine, when it appeared other liquor was available. Entertainment wasn’t so good.

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

Not entirely positive. It’s frustrating that everything is done through the united app. One of our flight attendants on our trip from San Francisco to MSP continually had trouble hearing people so she flipped her hair into people’s faces

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Our original flight was cancelled from SFO to AKL on 6/16/25. So we had to stay overnight at a hotel after a 12-hour layover plus 3-hour delay before the cancellation. Then had to fly to LA and then to AKL the following day losing an entire day of our vacation in NZ, that we can never get back.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

Full flight. Flight attendants were harried. Otherwise, fine for the typical cramped seating conditions in coach.

The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

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