$674 Find Cheap Flights from Seattle to New Zealand

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Cheap Flights from Seattle to New Zealand

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,292
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,528
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,604
Queenstown
Queenstown3 stops$2,293
Napier
Napier2 stops$3,521
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,292
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,528
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$1,604
Queenstown
Queenstown3 stops$2,293
Napier
Napier2 stops$3,521

Book Cheap Seattle to New Zealand Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Seattle to New Zealand 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Seattle to New Zealand

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
21:06 - 12:10
SEA
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AKL
44h 04m
2 stops
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
15:15 - 16:36
AKL
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SEA
20h 21m
2 stops
$1,292Air Tahiti Nui
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 28 May
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
10:49 - 12:10
SEA
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AKL
30h 21m
2 stops
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
15:15 - 16:36
AKL
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SEA
20h 21m
2 stops
$1,305Air Tahiti Nui
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
21:06 - 12:10
SEA
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AKL
44h 04m
2 stops
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
15:15 - 16:36
AKL
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SEA
20h 21m
2 stops
$1,341Air Tahiti Nui
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 25 Jun
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
17:28 - 12:10
SEA
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AKL
47h 42m
2 stops
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
15:15 - 22:01
AKL
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SEA
25h 46m
2 stops
$1,405Air Tahiti Nui
Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 15:05
SEA
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AKL
24h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 10:05
AKL
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SEA
22h 50m
2 stops
$1,446Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 15:05
SEA
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AKL
29h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 10:05
AKL
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SEA
23h 00m
2 stops
$1,468Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May
Delta Logo
10:15 - 06:50
SEA
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AKL
25h 35m
1 stop
Delta Logo
13:00 - 15:05
AKL
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SEA
21h 05m
1 stop
$1,516Delta
Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Air Canada Logo
10:20 - 14:50
SEA
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AKL
33h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:15 - 18:30
AKL
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SEA
31h 15m
2 stops
$1,520Air Canada
Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May
Air Canada Logo
10:45 - 14:20
SEA
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CHC
32h 35m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 10:05
CHC
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SEA
23h 05m
2 stops
$1,528Air Canada
Thu, 7 May - Mon, 11 May
United Airlines Logo
08:45 - 11:25
SEA
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ZQN
31h 40m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:05 - 19:48
ZQN
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SEA
23h 43m
2 stops
$2,828United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to New Zealand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to New Zealand, 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 Seattle to New Zealand is March, when tickets cost $1,455 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of return tickets is $2,988 and $2,834 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to New Zealand, 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 a flight from Seattle to New Zealand, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$674
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
Flight from Seattle to Auckland

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • What is the best airport to fly into in New Zealand from Seattle?

    If you want to be close to major attractions in New Zealand, consider flying into Auckland International Airport (AKL). This airport is New Zealand’s busiest and primary international gateway, featuring the most frequent flights from Seattle. For travelers seeking convenient access to New Zealand’s capital, booking a flight to Wellington International Airport (WLG) is recommended. This airport is very close to the city center and offers various transportation options.

  • What public transportation options are available from AKL to the city center?

    AKL is about 12 miles from the city center and features frequent public bus and taxi connections to downtown Auckland. Airporter 380 and bus route 31 provide trips from the airport to the city center and run every 15-30min throughout the day. Alternatively, you can catch a taxi to the city center from the ranks outside the International Terminal’s Arrivals.

  • Do rental companies have counters at airports in New Zealand?

    If you’d like to cruise through the New Zealand streets like a local, you can grab a set of wheels from international airports in New Zealand. The major arrival airports in the country from Seattle include AKL, WLG, and Christchurch Airport (CHC), and they all have major car rental counters onsite. Some of the car rental companies available at New Zealand airports include Avis, Budget, and Enterprise.

  • What are some things to do during a layover at Auckland Airport?

    A layover at AKL does not have to be merely endless waiting. Instead, you can enjoy the various facilities and activities at the airport, from grabbing a bite at one of the airport’s eateries to relaxing at the lounge and enjoying games at the arcades in the International terminal.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to New Zealand?

    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 Seattle to New Zealand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to New Zealand?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to New Zealand?

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to New Zealand?

    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 from Seattle to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • There is plenty to keep you busy at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). From exploring airport art to visiting the airport lounges, there is something for every traveler at SEA. For travelers with kids, the airport also offers children’s play areas to keep your little ones entertained.
  • If you don’t enjoy in-flight food, you can savor your preferred meal before your flight at SEA. The airport features over 30 food concessions within the main terminal. The dining options at the airport operate with varying schedules, but you will certainly find options working on a 24-hour schedule.
  • If you’d like to unwind before the long flight from SEA to New Zealand, you can do so at the airport’s massage seats or spas. The massage seats are located at the baggage claim area, while the spa is near Gate 5 airside. Also, Delta Airline SkyClub includes shows that are ideal for refreshing yourself before the long-haul flight to New Zealand.
  • Flights from Seattle to New Zealand feature at least one stopover along the way, with up to three stops depending on the airline. Nevertheless, the quickest flights from SEA to New Zealand’s capital take about 20h and feature one layover along the route.
  • US citizens flying to New Zealand must have an approved Electronic Travel Authority (eTA) linked to their passport. You can use your eTA for up to 90 days per visit, and the document is valid for two years from the date of issue. To get the eTA, you need a valid government-issued passport and a credit or debit card for necessary payments.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Seattle to New Zealand

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Seattle to New Zealand? 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.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9477 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
8.1Crew
6.6Food
Airline reviews

I will never fly ANA again. They lost one of my large pieces of checked luggage, the heaviest one with the most valuable items in it, and they said they will not send me an email unless they can't find it, even though the paper they gave me to track the status of my lost luggage requires a code from an email they are supposed to send me so I can do baggage tracing. They claim to be an international airline, but they also insist on calling a Japanese telephone number to confirm where to send the lost baggage if they find it. It is impossible to find an actual contact email address for customer support on their website, and their AI chatbot is unhelpful, directing you to a webpage that says it is for contact information but does not have any actual email addresses or phone numbers listed on it. My seat in economy did not recline at all, even though I was not sitting in an exit row nor the very back row. I had to sit in the fully upright position for over ten hours of international travel. Awful experience overall.

2.0 MediocreJenny, Mar 2026
BWI - SFO
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I will never fly ANA again. They lost one of my large pieces of checked luggage, the heaviest one with the most valuable items in it, and they said they will not send me an email unless they can't find it, even though the paper they gave me to track the status of my lost luggage requires a code from an email they are supposed to send me so I can do baggage tracing. They claim to be an international airline, but they also insist on calling a Japanese telephone number to confirm where to send the lost baggage if they find it. It is impossible to find an actual contact email address for customer support on their website, and their AI chatbot is unhelpful, directing you to a webpage that says it is for contact information but does not have any actual email addresses or phone numbers listed on it. My seat in economy did not recline at all, even though I was not sitting in an exit row nor the very back row. I had to sit in the fully upright position for over ten hours of international travel. Awful experience overall.

No seat back entertainment. And app had a hard time getting entertainment loaded.

ticket agent lady wás very helpful , she arranged wheel chair for my elderly mother

Didn't make the flight because the first leg of my flight was canceled and the next leg was already booked.

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

Experience was great - no complaints. Took off on time, landed early. Got to the gate relatively quickly - took a little bit of extra time to deplane but nothing excessive.

Business class seats felt very cramped compared to other airlines.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

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Seattle (SEA)