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Cheap Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Auckland (AKL)

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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Auckland.$710 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
Auckland.$921 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $921, select.
Auckland.$965 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $965, select.
Auckland.$1,038 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,038, select.
Auckland.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.
Auckland.$1,106 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with VietJet Air and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,106, select.
Auckland.$1,130 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,130, select.
Auckland.$1,137 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with VietJet Air and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,137, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Auckland International Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Shanghai Pudong Airport to Auckland International Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,438
Jul
from $1,263
Aug
from $921
Sep
from $710
Oct
from $1,158
Nov
from $1,154
Dec
from $1,476
Jan
from $1,396
Feb
from $1,407
Mar
from $1,256
Apr
from $1,324
May
from $1,180
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:December

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International

Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Auckland International.

Shanghai to Auckland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$710
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International is $710. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International.
China Eastern, Air China and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International.
As of June 2025, there are 33 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Auckland International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Auckland International Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Auckland International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hainan Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 30 minutes.

  • Auckland is five hours ahead of Shanghai and is in the UTC+13 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 35 Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 00:15 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 14:15 with Air New Zealand.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your PVG to AKL flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • China Eastern Airlines has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Auckland — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is China Eastern Airlines.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PVG to AKL flights. An impressive 88.89% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport. These are the top stopovers between PVG and AKL:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is $425. A return plane ticket right now is $710. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVG to AKL.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PVG to AKL.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • Auckland Airport to the centre of Auckland has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Auckland in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PVG to AKL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are among the biggest draws.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.