$469 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Auckland (AKL)

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Popular airlines from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)

Cheap Flights from Houston to Auckland (IAH-AKL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $469 for one-way flights and $868 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$868 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$868
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Mar 13 from Houston to Auckland, returning Fri, Mar 20, priced at $868 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, Mar 27 - Sat, Apr 11
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$872 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$872
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Mar 27 from Houston to Auckland, returning Sat, Apr 11, priced at $872 found 3 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$881 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$881
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from Houston to Auckland, returning Thu, Mar 19, priced at $881 found 6 days ago
United
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 29
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$937 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$937
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Houston to Auckland, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $937 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 29
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$948 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$948
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Houston to Auckland, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $948 found 1 hour ago
Air Canada
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 29
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$950 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$950
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Mar 13 from Houston to Auckland, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $950 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 29
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$953 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$953
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Mar 13 from Houston to Auckland, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $953 found 2 days ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$1,023 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,023
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Houston to Auckland, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $1,023 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Dec 1
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$1,264 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,264
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Houston to Auckland, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $1,264 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 19
IAH
Houston
AKL
Auckland
$1,560 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$1,560
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Houston to Auckland, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $1,560 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Auckland (AKL)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $866 - $1,890 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Select flight to Auckland Intl. AKL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 21 minutes. Flights from $1,964
AKL
Auckland Intl.
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Average driving time to city center21 min
Flights from $1,964
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Auckland (AKL)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Auckland Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Delta, EVA Airways, Emirates, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$867
Distance
7421 mi
Average flight time
12 hours 35 mins

Houston to Auckland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston 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 Houston to Auckland are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to Auckland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Auckland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Auckland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $469 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 Houston 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 Houston 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) cost?
Score affordable return tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) starting at $1410. Book your seat and take off on your trip. 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 United flight leaving IAH on July 24 2025 and touching down at AKL. The price was last updated on July 4 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to AKL?
The cheapest flights from IAH 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Board a direct flight with Air New Zealand and journey straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to AKL?
With prices as low as $969 for a one-way flight from IAH to AKL, Air New Zealand is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on September 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 4 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
On average you can take your pick of 5 direct flights each week from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). For more flexibility, consider flights with layovers. Just enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search results to show one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
More travelers fly between IAH and AKL at 8 PM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to AKL?
Jet off on a Saturday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)'s first flight to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) leaves at approximately 8:05PM UTC-6. With a travel time of 14h 50m, you'll touch down at around 5:55AM UTC+13.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
The average flight time from IAH to AKL is 14 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 7,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to AKL?
Air New Zealand has the best track record for on-time direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to check your journey status before you leave and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
To avoid potential delays on the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Compare your flight options from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). This is the only Auckland airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from IAH to AKL are generally more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to AKL flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking an IAH to AKL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your IAH to AKL flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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