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$799 Find cheap flights from Seattle to New Zealand

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Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,634
Christchurch
Christchurch2 stops$1,736
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,522
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$2,010
Napier
Napier2 stops$2,620

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February

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Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower 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 to New Zealand from Seattle 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 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 to New Zealand with an airline and back to Seattle 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 to New Zealand from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • Morning departure is around 17% cheaper than an evening flight, on average*.
  • 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.
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*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days

Top airlines 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.
7.3
American AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.2Comfort
6.6Food
7.6Boarding
8.0Crew
7.1Entertainment
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WiFi wasn’t working on the flight, several delays and gate changes, ended up taking off 3 hrs later

4.0 Okayjenay, Jul 2024DCA - JAX
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WiFi wasn’t working on the flight, several delays and gate changes, ended up taking off 3 hrs later

The American flight was a connecting flight to an international flight. The international flight has a 2 check bag rule. Despite being informed of this, American would only check 1 bag and wanted 100 to check the second (basically a 3rd carry-on) to NYC. Subsequently tsa took a sealed container of maple syrup and a few other things that couldn't be in carry-on plus I had to lug around 3 pieces of luggage for the entire trip. The American reservation was made with the international and American actually checked the one piece the entire way to China. This is one of the reasons that I will avoid American airlines if possible in the future.

I arrived to LaGuardia Airport 50 minutes prior to my 6am flight but was told that I was too late and would have to flight standby to Dallas in order reach my final destination of Jackson, MS. Hundreds of people were in my situation but the agents chalked this up to being normal for any day. Had my been able to board my original flight I would have arrived at my destination by 10:30am. I didn’t arrive until 7:30pm which included a 30 minute wait on the tarmac. Strangely my luggage arrived at my final destination at 12:30pm of the same travel day. This was by far the worst travel experience I’ve ever had.

delayed multiple times. no resolution on anything from AA customer service. was put on hold in chat to talk to manager. was 6th in line to talk to manager for more than TWELVE HOURS - from sometime around 9AM until well after I had gone to bed that evening. no explanation, no attempt to make it right. just a five hour delay because of repeated maintenance claims

Very aggressive and unhelpful ground crew. Wanted to check my hand luggage for 3 flights. I had lots of delicate items and computer equipment. So the silly lady wanted to rebook 3 international flights because of a carry on. What nonsense. The baggage handler suggested I put it under my seat - so I did. And this was during the rebooking chaos of the Microsoft crash. She was the most arrogant annoying and aggressive ground staff member I’ve met in 20yrs. (AA flight out of Houston).

It was freezing in there. When I asked about it, the response is “we would have to tell them” and then she just walked away and continued to serve beverages. Everyone was cold and they didn’t care at all.

I did not enjoy continuously being lied to about the amount of time we would circle Chicago before deciding to redirect to Milwaukee. Then the amount of time we would sit on the ground in Milwaukee waiting for gas, or to take off again. Or the amount of time it would then take to get to Chicago again, or sit on the runway waiting for a gate. The whole time continuously hopefully we would make our connecting flight that kept getting delayed as well. Only to scramble and miss it. Enough with the BS. Tell me the truth. "Sorry, things are backed up and your probably not going to make your flight. You should rebook on the next flight now rather than wait." You'll never hear those words from an airline. Speaking of which. If the flight has been redirected and/or is seriously delayed, how about making the WiFi free for everyone so they get to rebooking and reserving hotel rooms while still in the air. You've inconvenienced me already and now you want me to pay $20 for Internet so I can try to make other plans. Absolutely disgusting!

The food was horrible compared to other airlines, there was no space for the overhead bins for carry-on luggage, and the seats were very uncomfortable.

The flight was quick which gave me more time to get to my other flight.

16 Hours delayed, NOT because of the cybersecurity Microsoft issue, but because we were one flight attendant short, then when the missing flight attendant showed up two hours later, the flying shift of our pilot had expired, so, now no pilot. American Airlines is the new Spirit Airlines, actually, that is not fair for Spirit, they are probably better.

Easier to get to the Wi-Fi they should give more snacks and ask if you want more drinks and I think nuts would be better than cookies

Hard to criticize after the Crowd Strike dilemma. However, when Air Canada says they were "not affected," I expect that is true. My flight delays caused me to miss transportation connections. I understand these things happen, but I don't have to "like it."

Flight was canceled 2 hours ahead. Just as I arrived at the airport

Great flight crew. Flight delayed but still made connection because I rushed through the terminal. If I’d waited for the requested wheelchair I never would have made the next flight. Also, there was no one readily available to ask for assistance, I had to search for assistance. The workers at customs seemed annoyed to help.

I paid for an exit row seat but it did not have a TV. Pretty bad for a 4 hour flight

It’s very good.. keep up the good job!!! Thank U.

Everything was fine, would have been excellent if there was a tv for the passengers to make the trip go faster. Crew was great and the flight was smooth. Snacks and beverages are always a plus.

Everything nice. Only nice staff and kind people. Thank you Air Canada. I will be back ❤️

They changed the seats that we paid for 3 times after we booked and paid for them causing me to have to call them. We had a connecting flight from my through Montreal and on to Calgary. It was raining in Montreal and they left our luggage outside in the rain. Water seeped into the luggage soaking our clothes. This was our first and last time traveling on air Canada. Use another reputable carrier, not them

Internet wouldn’t work even after I paid for the package. That was my only real complaint, otherwise excellent.

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Recent return flight deals

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