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Flying is the most common and efficient way to reach New Zealand. The country has several international airports, with major entry points including Auckland Airport (AKL), Christchurch Airport (CHC), and Wellington Airport (WLG).

• From North America: Travelers from North America can find direct or connecting flights to major New Zealand cities like Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington. Depart from cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, or Honolulu, and choose airlines like Air New Zealand, United Airlines, or Hawaiian Airlines for your journey to New Zealand. Flight durations can vary based on your departure location and layovers but typically range from 12 to 16 hours.
• From Asia: If you’re coming from other Asian countries, you can catch direct flights to New Zealand from cities like Tokyo, Singapore, or Hong Kong. Consider airlines like Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, or Cathay Pacific for connecting to various New Zealand cities. Flight durations can vary, with direct flights typically taking around 10 to 14 hours.
• From Australia and the Pacific Islands: New Zealand is well-connected to Australia and the Pacific Islands, and you can find flights from cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Nadi. Airlines like Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Fiji Airways offer routes to New Zealand. Flight durations depend on your departure location and route but typically range from 3 to 5 hours.
• From Other International Locations: New Zealand is well-connected to international destinations, and you can find flights from cities like Dubai, London, or Doha. Airlines like Emirates, British Airways, and Qatar Airways offer routes to New Zealand. Flight durations depend on your departure location and route but can range from 16 to 24 hours or more.

How Long Is the Flight to New Zealand?

The average flight time to New Zealand can vary depending on the departure city, airline, and route. Here are approximate flight times from some of the most common origins:

• Sydney, Australia: Around 3 hours
• Los Angeles, USA: About 13 hours
• London, UK: Approximately 24 hours (usually with one or more stopovers)
• Singapore: About 10 hours
• Hong Kong: Around 11 hours
• Tokyo, Japan: Approximately 11 hours
• Dubai, UAE: About 17 hours
• Vancouver, Canada: Around 14 hours

These are estimated times and actual flight durations may vary based on the specific route, stopovers, and other factors. Direct flights might not be available from all locations, necessitating connecting flights through major transit hubs.

It is not possible to drive to New Zealand from any other country. However, you can ship your car to New Zealand or rent a car upon arrival.

Cruising is a popular way to travel to New Zealand, with many ships offering itineraries that include stops in Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, and other ports around the country. Cruise durations can vary depending on the itinerary, but typically range from 10 to 30 days.

• From North America: There are a number of cruise lines that offer itineraries that depart from North American ports and include stops in New Zealand. These itineraries typically last for around 30 days and include stops in other Pacific Island destinations, such as Fiji, Tahiti, and Hawaii.
• From Asia: There are also a number of cruise lines that offer itineraries that depart from Asian ports and include stops in New Zealand. These itineraries typically last for around 20 days and include stops in other Asian destinations, such as Japan, China, and Vietnam.
• From Australia and the Pacific Islands: There are a number of cruise lines that offer itineraries that depart from Australian and Pacific Island ports and include stops in New Zealand. These itineraries typically last for around 10 days and include stops in other Pacific Island destinations, such as Fiji, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia.