Cheap Flights To China From New Zealand - From $1455 Return
from $1455
Flights to China from $1,455 Return
07 September, 2026
Destinations in China
Destination Profile
Choose cheap flights to China from New Zealand to swap the Southern Alps for the snow-capped Tian Shan and the tealeaf-clad karsts of Yunnan. Choose these bargain flights to trade Auckland with the fizzing megalopolis of Shanghai; leafy Christchurch with the colossal palace complexes of Beijing. The best deals tend to involve at least one stopover, but it's also possible to find connections on airlines that go direct to larger Chinese cities. They take around – hours from departure to arrival on average.
Top sights In China
The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China snakes through the mountains around Beijing. It's a global wonder, with some rare sections that date back as far as 2,700 years!
Forbidden City
Prepare to get lost between Qing-dynasty throne rooms and Ming-dynasty artworks at the sprawling Forbidden City – the headline UNESCO site in Beijing.
Xi'an
Xi'an is the home of the famous Terracotta Army. But it's also got awesome fortifications and handsome pagodas.
Questions & Answers
What is the cheapest month to fly to China?
Currently, January/2027 is the most affordable month to fly to China. You will pay the most in August/2026.
What airlines fly non-stop to China?
Air New Zealand, China Southern, China Eastern and Air China fly non-stop between New Zealand and China.
What is the cheapest airline that flies to China?
Cathay Pacific is the cheapest airline to fly from New Zealand to China.
What is the best airline to fly to China?
The best airline to fly from New Zealand to China is Singapore Airlines. Air New Zealand is the best for direct flights.