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Best China Flight Deals

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stop$735
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$716
Beijing
Beijing1 stop$775
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop$871
Shenzhen
Shenzhendirect$707
Chengdu
Chengdu1 stop$854
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$717
Haikou
Haikou2 stops$1,135
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$2,117
Kunming
Kunming1 stop$2,126
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop$777
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$1,171
Harbin
Harbin1 stop$845
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop$1,464

Cheap Flight Deals to China

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals to China

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to China.
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20:50 - 05:00AKL-SZX
12h 10mdirect
07:30 - 18:10SZX-AKL
30h 40m2 stops
$707Hainan Airlines
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Sat, 17 May - Thu, 22 May
20:45 - 22:55AKL-SHA
30h 10m1 stop
08:30 - 18:10SHA-AKL
29h 40m1 stop
$716Hainan Airlines
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Sun, 18 May - Sat, 24 May
21:25 - 00:55AKL-SHE
31h 30m1 stop
10:00 - 15:35SHE-AKL
25h 35m1 stop
$717China Southern
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Fri, 25 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug
21:25 - 12:55AKL-SHE
19h 30m1 stop
10:00 - 15:35SHE-AKL
25h 35m1 stop
$761China Southern
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Thu, 31 Jul - Thu, 28 Aug
10:40 - 16:35AKL-CAN
33h 55m2 stops
10:50 - 18:30CAN-AKL
27h 40m2 stops
$817China Eastern
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Fri, 30 May - Tue, 10 Jun
21:45 - 16:35AKL-CAN
22h 50m1 stop
10:50 - 18:30CAN-AKL
27h 40m2 stops
$852China Eastern
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Wed, 14 May - Tue, 27 May
19:30 - 10:25AKL-CAN
18h 55m1 stop
19:40 - 17:30CAN-AKL
17h 50m1 stop
$857Air China
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Sun, 25 May - Wed, 11 Jun
19:30 - 12:50AKL-SZX
21h 20m1 stop
13:15 - 17:30SZX-AKL
24h 15m2 stops
$873Air China
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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 31 May
10:15 - 21:05AKL-CAN
14h 50m1 stop
10:10 - 11:40CAN-AKL
21h 30m1 stop
$909Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 22 May - Tue, 10 Jun
13:25 - 08:55AKL-CAN
23h 30m1 stop
10:10 - 11:40CAN-AKL
21h 30m1 stop
$936Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 20 May - Sun, 8 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to China

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to China?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest ticket to China from New Zealand found in the last 72 hours was to Hangzhou, at $308 return. The most popular route is Auckland (AKL) to Guangzhou (CAN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $433.

What is the cheapest day to fly to China?

The average price of all flights from New Zealand to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to China is Sunday when return tickets can be as cheap as $1,372. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are $1,502 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from New Zealand to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New Zealand to China is March, when tickets cost $459 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,697 and $1,515 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from New Zealand to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $613 on average. Morning departures are around 68% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,100.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from New Zealand to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in China?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in China is Shenzhen Airport (SZX), with an average flight price of $567.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

December

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Most popular time to fly (69% more expensive on average)
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FAQs - booking China flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Zealand to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Zealand to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Zealand to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New Zealand to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Zealand to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from New Zealand to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Zealand to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from New Zealand to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • Looking for cheap airfare to China? 25% of our users found return tickets to China for the following prices or less: From Christchurch $1,705, from Auckland $1,766
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest China flight deals.

Top 5 airlines flying to China

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New Zealand to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
Hainan AirlinesOverall score based on 32 reviews
8.3Food
8.8Crew
8.4Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

4.0 OkayAlois, Oct 2024SZX - VIE
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Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

Such amazing service! Wonderful flight attendants who actually care about the passengers and go out of their way to make our journey easier!!

They asked how much cash i have . I said no cash they said bring cash from atm . Why they even care about my cash.

Flight was scheduled to depart at 1210 hrs. It was delayed 1 hour 20 minutes (maybe for air traffic control reasons). The seats were worn out and very uncomfortable. Lunch was typical for airline. Flight free were friendly.

I have a Peanut Allergy and the Steward staff were very accommodating in ensuring my safety as my allergy is life threatening. Very professional and so vested in their profession.

Crew was great. But a bit understaffed. The business class seat, etc were dated. But comfortable. Some legs had entertainment system from a decade ago. Selections were rather poor. Food was mediocre at best. Actually poor for business class standards. I liked the lounge in Hong Kong. Showers were great. Food was nice.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

Overall, it was ok. However, the food was very sub-par.

It was okay overall but the food was very, very bad.

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Horrible airline. Missed my baggage and don’t want to reimburse for the basis items. Pathetic customer service

I was amazed at how clean Cathay Pacific planes were compared to our US domestic airlines. Everything was great all but the food service I was just okay with. Shorter flights with other airlines usually provided more meals and snacks that I have been on. Almost a 16 hour flight just two meals and no snacks with Cathay Pacific. Even ran out of what I wanted for one of them. Other than that top notch!

It would be nice if they could have a choice of both gluten AND dairy free menu. Lots of people have problems with BOTH. I also could not get on their website to check. Phone verification issues etc( not all of us have our phones on roaming. I tried over an hour!

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced.

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We bought premium Economy, thinking it would be more comfortable, but the seat is so narrow ,that my legs and feet are swollen , I can't wear shoes !

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