$424 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $424 for one-way flights and $851 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 24
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$851 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$851
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $851 found 1 day ago
Fiji Airways
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 30
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$852 Roundtrip, just found
$852
Roundtrip
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $852 just found
Fiji Airways
Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$864 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$864
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $864 found 1 day ago
Fiji Airways
Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 14
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$865 Roundtrip, just found
$865
Roundtrip
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $865 just found
Qantas Airways
Mon, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 23
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$872 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$872
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 16 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Mon, Jun 23, priced at $872 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Mon, Jun 23 - Wed, Jul 9
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$881 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$881
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Jun 23 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $881 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Mon, Jun 16 - Wed, Jul 16
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$882 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$882
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 16 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $882 found 1 day ago
Delta
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 16
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$884 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$884
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $884 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, May 20 - Thu, Jun 5
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$886 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$886
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $886 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 9
LAX
Los Angeles
AKL
Auckland
$912 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$912
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $912 found 2 hours ago
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Auckland Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Korean Air, LATAM Airlines Group, Qantas Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$851
Distance
6516 mi

Los Angeles to Auckland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Auckland

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Auckland are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Auckland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Auckland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Auckland: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Auckland

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Auckland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $424 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Auckland flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Auckland airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) cost?
You can book cheap return fares starting from $882 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Air New Zealand flight leaving LAX on May 20 2025 and touching down at AKL. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to AKL?
The cheapest flights from LAX to AKL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Take the express route to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). 3 airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), including:

  • Air New Zealand
  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to AKL?
With prices as low as $395 for a one-way journey from LAX to AKL, Delta is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on May 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
With an average of 3 direct flights that operate from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) daily, you’ll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
More travelers fly between LAX and AKL at 8 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to AKL?
If you fly on a Monday, you’ll get the widest range of options for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:05PM UTC-8, departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You’ll be in the air for around 13h, arriving at Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) at approximately 5:05AM UTC+13.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
It takes roughly 13 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 6,500 mi from LAX to AKL.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to AKL?
With 95% of journeys generally landing on schedule, Qantas has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
To reach Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) on time, pick a flight that leaves from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Auckland from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Browse your flight options from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). This is the only airport in Auckland you can arrive at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book your flight from LAX to AKL often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute deals, they’re not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to AKL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LAX to AKL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What’s more, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your LAX to AKL flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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