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

• Earliest: departs at 19:10 and lands at 08:08
• Latest: departs at 23:35 and lands at 12:33.

The flight takes about 12h 58m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Auckland takes 12h 58m, covering 16,865 km.

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.

Return flights from Los Angeles to Auckland range from $1,204 to $1,925, with an average of $1,423 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,204 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $1,423 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,230 return via Vancouver Intl (YVR), compared with $1,667 for direct.

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.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $91–$178 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

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%.

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

• Qantas Airways
• Alaska Airlines
• American 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.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $814, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Mode
• Europcar

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

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

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.

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

• Nadi (NAN) – 85% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Papeete Faaa (PPT) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Brisbane (BNE) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,365 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,463, a difference of $98.

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

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

• Air New Zealand
• Delta
• American Airlines

Flying via Papeete Faaa (PPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 25m, compared to 17h 29m via Honolulu (HNL) and 18h 07m via San Francisco (SFO).

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.

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

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Auckland flights:

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.