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$435+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — AKL
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$875
(Delta)

One-way from

$435
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,058
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:25 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Thu 5/151:00 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/3$875
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1710:37 amDTW - CHC
3 stops33h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/261:15 pmCHC - DTW
2 stops35h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,090
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/164:49 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/231:55 pmAKL - DTW
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,142
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/109:26 amDTW - AKL
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/247:45 pmAKL - DTW
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,176
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:00 pmDTW - AKL
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/197:40 pmAKL - DTW
1 stop20h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/111:02 amDTW - WLG
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/86:00 amWLG - DTW
3 stops44h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,280
This lastminute.co.il deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.co.il is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:32 pmDTW - ZQN
2 stops24h 18mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/242:15 pmZQN - DTW
2 stops25h 29mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:00 amDTW - ZQN
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2510:55 amZQN - DTW
3 stops33h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,377
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/111:02 amDTW - WLG
2 stops30h 08mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/89:45 amWLG - DTW
2 stops30h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/2$1,384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:15 amDTW - ZQN
3 stops38h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/243:05 pmZQN - DTW
2 stops43h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,430
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:35 amDTW - AKL
2 stops30h 25mAir Canada
Fri 1/237:00 amAKL - DTW
3 stops44h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,715
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:02 pmDTW - AKL
2 stops26h 08mQantas Airways
Tue 8/196:45 amAKL - DTW
2 stops27h 22mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,736

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to New Zealand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Detroit

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New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

4:25 pm-6:50 am

1 stop22h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/15

1:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$875

DetroitChristchurch

DTW - CHC

DTWCHC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/17

10:37 am-12:15 pm

3 stops33h 38m

Christchurch

Sat 4/26

1:15 pm-9:08 am

2 stops35h 53m

$1,090

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

4:49 pm-5:30 am

1 stop20h 41m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/23

1:55 pm-4:43 am

2 stops30h 48m

$1,142

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

9:26 am-5:30 am

2 stops28h 04m

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/24

7:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops30h 05m

$1,176

DetroitAuckland

DTW - AKL

DTWAKL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/14

5:00 pm-5:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/19

7:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$1,199

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

11:02 am-11:20 am

2 stops32h 18m

Wellington

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-10:07 am

3 stops44h 07m

$1,280

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

5:32 pm-9:50 am

2 stops24h 18m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/24

2:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$1,353

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

7:00 am-10:40 am

3 stops35h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 5/25

10:55 am-4:43 am

3 stops33h 48m

$1,377

DetroitWellington

DTW - WLG

DTWWLG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

11:02 am-9:10 am

2 stops30h 08m

Wellington

Thu 5/8

9:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$1,384

DetroitQueenstown

DTW - ZQN

DTWZQN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

8:15 am-2:20 pm

3 stops38h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 9/24

3:05 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops43h 38m

$1,430

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Zealand. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to New Zealand, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Air New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,752 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

    Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to New Zealand. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $435. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Auckland Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Christchurch and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New Zealand by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Detroit to New Zealand

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to New Zealand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$764Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$765Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$986Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,014Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,125Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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