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Cheapest return flight
$2,019
Typical prices: $1,992-$3,310
United Airlines
Wed 7/2Fri 23/2
DTW - AKL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$952
Typical prices: $1,194-$1,921
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/11
DTW - AKL • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Auckland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $1,937 (return)
Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 21h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Auckland (DTW-AKL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Detroit to Auckland

Sun, 7 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
United Airlines Logo
08:15 - 09:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 20:40AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$2,019United Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Delta Logo
18:25 - 08:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 30m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
14:45 - 23:06AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 21m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,021Delta
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 09:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
28h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 22:23AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 33m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$2,028United Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
United Airlines Logo
16:15 - 09:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 09:45AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 55m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,029United Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
39h 20m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 09:48AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 58m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,038Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 05:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 23:51AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
$2,054Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Delta Logo
17:45 - 08:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
21h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
14:45 - 23:18AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$2,090Delta
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
14:57 - 09:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
13:20 - 15:46AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,101Qantas Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
American Airlines Logo
13:16 - 09:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 16:56AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$2,115American Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
American Airlines Logo
16:51 - 09:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
15:50 - 19:50AKL  Auckland Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,116American Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland start at $2,019. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,992 to $3,310. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,019 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland and is 15% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland at $1,793 return.
•December ($3,759) and August ($3,376) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$952
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 40% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland

When to book flights from Detroit to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

    On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,076 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,978 – a $902 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Auckland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sky Tower, Sparks Arena, and Go Media Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of $2,418. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland takes 0h 00m, covering 21,770 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,067, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland?

    Flying via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 01m, compared to 21h 02m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 21h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Auckland?

    Auckland is 16 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Auckland Intl Airport (AKL)?

    Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
    • Snap Rentals
    • EZI
    • Mode
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland flight?

    Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland range from $1,992 to $3,310, with an average of $2,418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,992 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,076 – about $902 less than Friday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Auckland trip for April. Fares historically average $1,793 return in that month – typically $1,967 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.
    - Jetpark Hotel Auckland Airport
    - Novotel Auckland Airport
    - Ibis Budget Auckland Airport

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