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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Auckland:

• Earliest: departs at 7:10 pm and lands at 8:12 am
• Latest: departs at 11:30 pm and lands at 12:32 pm.

The flight takes about 13h 02m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Auckland takes 13h 02m, covering 6,512 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Auckland range from $672 to $994, with an average of $771 over the past 12 months. Anything below $672 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $771 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $722 round-trip via Nadi (NAN), compared to $886 for nonstop.

Air New Zealand is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Auckland flights are:

• Air New Zealand: 91% on time
• American Airlines: 87% on time
• Delta: 78% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $51–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Auckland flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Auckland flights:

• Qantas Airways
• American Airlines
• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $440, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

• New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
• Snap Rentals
• EZU Car Rental
• Rental Cars 247
• Europcar

Flights from Los Angeles to Auckland usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Auckland route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 32m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Auckland most commonly connect through:

• Nadi (NAN) - 80% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 9% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Papeete Faaa (PPT) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Los Angeles to Auckland. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $756 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $798, a difference of $42.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Auckland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Air New Zealand
• Delta
• American Airlines

Flying via Papeete Faaa (PPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 28m, compared with 17h 29m via Honolulu (HNL) and 17h 54m via San Francisco (SFO).

Auckland is 21 hours ahead of Los Angeles (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sparks Arena, New Zealand Maritime Museum and Skycity Auckland. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Auckland flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Air New Zealand: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

No, unfortunately it is not possible to fly directly from Los Angeles to Auckland. On your overseas trip, you can expect one, two, or sometimes three layovers. These layovers typically take place in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, or Singapore.

Yes, all of Auckland International Airport’s facilities are accessible for passengers with limited mobility. However, if you need wheelchair assistance, this should be booked ahead of time with your airline, as the airport itself does not offer this service.

There are several ways to reach Auckland from the airport. Besides the public transportation options already mentioned, you can rent a car from one of the many available companies at the airport. You'll find car-rental companies next to the Arrivals area on the ground floor of the international terminal.

Yes, there are several ATMs located throughout the terminal if you'd like to withdraw currency directly from your card. If you'd rather exchange currency, you can go to the Travelex office located both before and after Security in the international terminal. You can also order your currency in advance from Travelex for a quick and convenient currency-exchange experience.

Yes, there are several hotels close to the airport that provide free shuttle services between the airport and the hotel. These hotels include Novotel Auckland Airport, which is connected to the international terminal, and ibis budget Auckland Airport, which is just a short walk from the terminal.

Yes, LAX provides many services for passengers with disabilities. Some of these services include adult changing stations, designated drop-off locations, wheelchair rentals, and more.

Most airlines flying from Los Angeles to Auckland usually have at least a stop en route. The layover options vary depending on your airline. If you're flying out with Fiji Airways or Air New Zealand, expect stops at Christchurch International Airport in New Zealand and Nadi International Airport in Fiji. American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have layovers in Hawaii and Nadi. United has stops in San Francisco and Sydney. Passengers flying with Qantas Airways should expect a layover in Melbourne and Brisbane.

On average, each passenger on Los Angeles to Auckland flights emits 10360 kg of CO2. Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, and American Airlines fly some of the most eco-friendly flights from Los Angeles to Auckland. They fly nonstop, one-stop, and two-stop flights on this route, and emit about 60%, 59%, and 56% less carbon respectively than their competitors.

In Terminal, the pet relief areas are near Gate 13 and by Men's Restroom behind California Pizza Kitchen. In Terminal 7, you will find them next to Wolfgang Puck Express and between Gates 75B and 73. You can also use the areas near Gate 52B in Terminal 5, and near Gate 62 in Terminal 6. Outdoor atriums are available in Terminals 3 and 6.

If you're looking to drive yourself to LAX with an electric vehicle, you'll be happy to learn that the airport has EV charging points. They are located on Level 1 and Level 3 of the Parking Structures 6 and 1. In the Central Terminal Area, you will find them on Level 4 of Parking Structure 5. You can also use the spaces on Level 1 of the Economy Garage.