Get Your Life Back. Visit New Zealand
Save up to 50%** on Economy Fares to Auckland
If you've been dreaming of a vacation in New Zealand, take advantage of our current fare sale! From the fabulous food & wine to the fabulous scenery that abounds... now truly is the time to plan your New Zealand vacation.
For this special deal, start your travel between 1 May and 8 June 2010 or 24 July and 21 September 2010. Other travel dates in New Zealand's Summer, Fall or Spring are also available -- so have a think about when you'd like to get your life back and book today!
Hurry, adventure awaits but this deal will expire Tuesday, 23 February 2010.
* Taxes, fees and restrictions apply.(Image courtesy of Tourism Auckland; Location: Sunset at Piha Beach)
L.A. or S.F. Departures
Prices listed below include the fare plus fuel and insurance charges. Following these links, the next prices displayed will be the Total Price (each way) which also includes the government-imposed taxes and fees (which range between $75-$150, depending on the routing selected).
From Los Angeles or San Francisco to AUCKLAND, New Zealand| Outbound Departure Date: | Each Way based on roundtrip travel | Round trip | Percentage Savings** | Book without stopover(s) | Book with stopover(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 February - 1 March 2010 | $539* | $1,078* | 40% | ||
| 2 March - 31 March 2010 | $514* | $1,028* | 43% | ||
| 1-30 April 2010 | $489* | $978* | 46% | ||
| 1 May - 8 June 2010 or 24 July - 21 September 2010 | $399* | $798* | 50% |
Domestic New Zealand Add-ons!
If you're interested in traveling to Wellington, Christchurch or Queenstown in New Zealand, add $100 round trip to these promotional fares in all travel periods.
* Prices include fuel surcharges of $160 from the US. US and foreign taxes, fees, including September 11th Security Fee, are an additional $150 to $200 depending upon itinerary. Seats are very limited and are not available on every flight.
** Percentage discount based on comparison to Qantas year-round published fare: SLXRT from Los Angeles/San Francisco to Auckland for travel departing 1 May to 8 June 2010 or 24 July to 21 September 2010; SKXRT from Los Angeles/San Francisco to Auckland for travel departing 9 February to 30 April 2010.
New Zealand domestic services are operated by JetStar. Qantas operates on a codeshare basis with JetStar.
Booking tips: Select "Flexible with dates" in the Search Option to find our best values. The fares displayed will be "each way" including all taxes & fees.
New York (JFK) Departures
News! Qantas now offers a direct connection between New Zealand and New York (JFK) via Los Angeles. Enjoy the luxury and comfort of a Qantas 747 aircraft to/from New York (JFK) for an additional $200 round trip across all travel periods listed!
Prices listed below include the fare plus fuel and insurance charges. Following these links, the next prices displayed will be the Total Price (each way) which also includes the government-imposed taxes and fees (which range between $75-$150, depending on the routing selected).
From New York (JFK) to AUCKLAND, New Zealand| Outbound Departure Date: | Each Way based on roundtrip travel | Round trip | Percentage Savings** | Book without stopover(s) | Book with stopover(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 February - 1 March 2010 | $639* | $1,278* | 44% | ||
| 2 March - 31 March 2010 | $614* | $1,228* | 47% | ||
| 1-30 April 2010 | $589* | $1,178* | 49% | ||
| 1 May - 8 June 2010 or 24 July - 21 September 2010 | $499* | $998* | 50% |
Domestic New Zealand Add-ons!
If you're interested in traveling to Wellington, Christchurch or Queenstown in New Zealand, add $100 round trip to these promotional fares in all travel periods.
* Prices include fuel surcharges of $160 from the US. US and foreign taxes, fees, including September 11th Security Fee, are an additional $150 to $200 depending upon itinerary. Seats are very limited and are not available on every flight.
** Percentage discount based on comparison to Qantas year-round published fare: SLXRT from New York (JFK) to Auckland for travel departing 1 May to 8 June 2010 or 24 July to 21 September 2010; SKXRT from New York (JFK) to Auckland for travel departing 9 February to 30 April 2010.
New Zealand domestic services are operated by JetStar. Qantas operates on a codeshare basis with JetStar.
Booking tips: Select "Flexible with dates" in the Search Option to find our best values. The fares displayed will be "each way" including all taxes & fees.
Additional U.S. Departures
If you are travelling from other US cities, we have negotiated special rates with American Airlines, Alaska Air and Horizon Air from select cities to get you to Los Angeles or San Francisco. Note: these special add-on fares must be purchased with the international sectors in the same booking. Contact Qantas reservations on 1 800 227 4341^ for further assistance if your departure city is not listed below
| From Los Angeles or San Francisco | Add-on Prices |
|---|---|
| San Diego, Las Vegas | + $ 50 round trip |
| Portland OR, Seattle | + $180 round trip |
| Denver, Dallas Fort Worth | + $210 round trip |
| Chicago, St. Louis | + $240 round trip |
| New York (JFK), Newark | + $200 round trip |
| Boston, Miami, Orlando | + $320 round trip |
| Washington DC | + $360 round trip |
Codeshare Route Operators (by airport city combination)
American Airlines: SFO-LAX, JFK-LAX, SAN-LAX, LAS-LAX, AUS-LAX, DEN-LAX, DFW-LAX, ORD-SFO, ORD-LAX, STL-LAX, JFK-LAX, EWR-LAX, BOS-LAX, MIA-LAX, MCO-LAX, IAD-LAX
Alaska Air: SEA-SFO, SEA-LAX
Alaska Air or Horizon Air: PDX-SFO, PDX-LAX (dependant on day of travel)
Premium Cabin Offers
Enjoy more space and premium service on your way to New Zealand with our special offers in Premium Economy or Business.
Premium Economy Highlights: Priority Boarding & disembarkation, pre take-off champagne & Neil Perry inspired menus, more personal space & legroom, personal in-arm screens with 400+ entertainmnent options on-demand, in-seat power and more!
Business Cabin Highlights: Neil Perry designed menu with premium Australian wines, Skybed sleeper seat and cozy pyjamas for optimal rest & relaxation, 10.2" personal touchscreens with 400+ entertainment options on-demand and more!
The New Zealand Lifeback Promise
| The New Zealand Lifeback Promise: Starting 9 days in New Zealand and get your life back. It's that simple! Any holiday can give you a break from your daily routine, but it takes a special kind of vacation to give you back your life. In New Zealand you can rediscover the things you love about yourself and the planet you live on. Start fresh with nine days of fresh scenery, clean air and amazing adventures. |  |
Auckland City Land Packages
After you book your airfare at qantas.com, take advantage of the Auckland City Stopover package from Qantas Vacations:
3-night land packages from $319* per person based on double occupancy
Experience Auckland. You will be surrounded by stunning bays, beaches, islands, you'll find first class food and wine, culture, shopping and plenty of activities and attractions.
> Learn more about this and other great packages.
Contact Qantas Vacations on 1 800 532 6710 for great package offers that will ensure a memorable New Zealand experience.
Experience Auckland Itineraries
Auckland
Home to more than one million people, Auckland is New Zealand's largest city and most popular tourism destination. Auckland is nestled between the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours and is a true water lover's paradise, with what is believed to be the largest boat ownership per capita in the world.
Rugby World Cup 2011
New Zealand is gearing up to stage the third largest sporting event in the world - Rugby World Cup 2011. This major event will bring an estimated 60,000+ international visitors to New Zealand between 9 September and 23 October 2011. All eyes will be on Auckland as the region hosts 12 Rugby games including the opening match, semi-finals and the final.
Itinerary One | |
First Day | |
| 8.45am - 11.45am | Great Sights Morning City Tour Great Sights Great Sights offers a variety of Auckland sightseeing tours. Visit the Auckland Harbour Bridge, the Viaduct Harbour, Queen Street, Mt Eden, Auckland Domain, Parnell Village, Tamaki Drive and Michael Savage Memorial for fantastic views over Auckland. All with a knowledgeable commentary of Auckland. |
| 1pm - 3.30pm | 4Track Adventures 2 hour Quad Biking Safari 4Track Adventures Climb aboard a 300cc four-wheel motorbike and head for the dunes. 4Track Adventures leads rides through the Woodhill Forest to Muriwai, a wild west coast beach. One and two hour rides are available daily. Other options include three hour rides, helicopter/quad bike combined safaris and twilight rides during summer months. Contact: Mike Bond Tel: +64 9 420 8104 |
Second Day | |
| 10am - 4.40pm | Wine tour of Waiheke Island with Ananda Tours Ananda Tours Ananda Tours specialise in relaxed and exclusive tours of Waiheke Island. Relax in their comfortable minibuses and experience Waiheke’s award winning wines along the wine trail, olive oils, arts and crafts, scenic, silver service tours or any combination that you would like. Tours are accompanied by an informed commentary, ensuring that you get the most out of your experience. Contact: Jenny McDonald Tel: +64 9 372 7530 |
| 5pm - 6.30pm | Sky Tower Look and Leap Combo SkyWalk SkyWalk will really have you on your toes as you walk around the perimeter of the Sky Tower, 192 metres in the air. As you walk around the 1.2 metre pergola, you'll get 360 degree views of Auckland as far as the eye can see and interesting and humorous commentary from your guide. Sky Jump At 192 metres, Sky Jump offers one of the world’s longest land based adventure jump off Sky Tower (the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere). Jumpers wear a special flying suit and harness, which is clipped onto a cable to control the descent. Jumpers fall at around 60 km per hour until near the ground then decelerate to a safe landing speed. Contact: Jennifer Stove Sky City 80 Federal Street Tel: +64 9 367 1835 |
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Itinerary Two | |
First Day | |
| 9am - 11.30am | AJ Hackett Bungy and Bridge Climb AJ Hackett Bungy – Auckland Bridge Climb Auckland is home to the world’s first harbour bridge bungy jump, operated by the bungy originals – AJ Hackett Bungy. This state of the art experience is situated directly under the Auckland harbour bridge at Pier 2, where jumpers leap over the Waitemata Harbour. The operation uses the very latest in adventure technology, and offers jumpers the experience of a lifetime. Auckland Bridge Climb Auckland Bridge Climb is a 1½ hour climb under, in, through and over Auckland’s iconic harbour bridge. Accompanied by a climb leader, this activity offers unique 360º views of the Hauraki Gulf, Viaduct Harbour and cityscapes. Full commentary covers the history, geology, geography and culture of Auckland, as well as some colourful secrets. Contact: Christie Parkin Tel: + 64 9 360 7740 |
| 12.30pm - 5.30pm | Bush and Beach Wilderness Experience Bush and Beach Wilderness Experience Bush and Beach run specialised tours of the Waitakere ranges, rainforest and west coast beaches Piha and Karekare. The tour includes a stop at the Arataki Centre, housing traditional Maori carvings and views of both coasts, before reaching the black sand beaches where filming of ‘The Piano” and “Xena: Warrior Princess” took place. The guide will explain the fascinating local history, flora and fauna of the region as you walk along the beach and through some rainforested tracks. Contact: Helen Bissett Tel: + 64 9 837 4130 |
Second Day | |
| 10am | Pakiri Beach Horse Rides Pakiri Beach Horse Rides This horse riding experience takes you over the deserted white sands of Pakiri beach, through pine forests and past fresh water lakes. Owners Laly and Sharley Haddon are descendants of the Maori chief Te Kiri of Ngati Wai and have a strong connection to land and its ancestory. The Pakiri horse rides farm is situated on lands that have been handed down for generations. Contact: Sharley Haddon Rahuikiri Road Pakiri Beach Tel: + 64 9 422 6275 |
| 12pm | Glass Bottom Boat Glass Bottom Boat Glass Bottom Boat operates from Goat Island Marine Reserve and allows visitors to view the marine life with full commentary and without getting wet. Take the 45 minute trip around the island, or a 30 minute tour of the inner reef area. In warmer weather you can get closer to the action by swimming or snorkelling around the reef. Contact: Christina or Ivan Tel: +64 9 422 6334 |
| 3.30pm - 5 pm | Brick Bay Sculpture Trail Brick Bay Sculpture Trail The Brick Bay Sculpture Trail located in Matakana showcases New Zealand sculpture by both recognised and emerging artists. Sculptures are nestled amongst native nikau, kahikatea, puriri, totara, rimu and kauri trees, abundant with birdlife, as well as positioned in pockets of pastoral grassland beside a lake and overlooking the vineyard. Contact: Anna Didsbury Arabella Lane (off Mahurangi East Road) Tel: +64 9 425 4690 |
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Itinerary Three | |
First Day | |
| 9am - 12pm | Tamaki Hikoi 3 hour guided Walk of Auckland Tamaki Hikoi Discover Auckland’s fascinating cultural heritage on a one hour interactive guided walk on Maungawhau (Mt Eden), or three hour walk that begins at Maungawhau, the site of a majestic Pa (fortress) on the edge of the city, and ends at the edge of the Waitemata Harbour. A dormant volcano, Maungawhau was once a fortified village for the Ngati Whatua tribe, the custodians of the site. Your guide will highlight the archaeological features of this iconic volcanic cone, demonstrate traditional Maori customs and share stories passed from generation to generation that bring Auckland’s landscape to life. |
| 1.30pm - 6pm | Dolphin and Whale Safari Dolphin & Whale Safari Auckland's Hauraki Gulf is considered to be one of the most biologically and geographically diverse marine parks in the world. With one of the world's richest habitats for marine mammals: 22 species of dolphins & whales have been seen in the Hauraki Gulf. Auckland's Dolphin & Whale Safari runs daily trips into the Hauraki Gulf to view dolphins and whales at 8.30am and 1.30pm daily in Summer and at 12pm during the winter months. Contact: Dominik Strobel Phone: +64 9 9651941 |
Second Day | |
| 9.15am - 1.15pm | Fullers Rangitoto Volcanic Explorer Tour Rangitoto Volcanic Explorer Tour Sitting in the Hauraki Gulf, Rangitoto Island’s distinctive shape is visible from all over Auckland. Commanding views of the city and surrounding islands from its summit, its terrain is a testament to the last volcanic eruption 600 years ago. Experience pohutukawa forest, lava trails and fern glens on Fullers’ guided 4WD road train to the boardwalk for the last 900 metres to the summit, or freedom walk, taking time to pause at lookouts along the way. Contact: Brett Warman Tel: +64 9 367 9111 |
| 2pm - 6pm | T.I.M.E. Unlimited – Half Day Kayak Tour T.I.M.E Unlimited T.I.M.E Unlimited is a travel company which prides itself on personalised itineraries and guided tours for travelers from all around the world. T.I.M.E Unlimited offers many unique experiences to their travelers such as Kite Fishing, Kayak Fishing and floundering as well overnight Marae visits. They also do half day and full day tours around Auckland where travelers get to see the city sights as well as the Wild West coast beaches. Contact: Neill and Ceillhe Sperath Takapuna Tel: +64 9 446 6677 |
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Auckland City Land Packages
After you book your airfare at qantas.com, take advantage of the Auckland City Stopover package from Qantas Vacations:
3-night land packages from $319* per person based on double occupancy
Experience Auckland. You will be surrounded by stunning bays, beaches, islands, you'll find first class food and wine, culture, shopping and plenty of activities and attractions.
> Learn more about this and other great packages.
Contact Qantas Vacations on 1 800 532 6710 for great package offers that will ensure a memorable New Zealand experience.
Helpful Numbers and Links
Airfare assistance:
To contact Qantas Airways reservations, call 1 800 227 4341^.
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Accommodations & Tours assistance:
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Terms and Conditions
All fares quoted in US dollars.
New Zealand domestic services are operated by JetStar. Qantas operates on a codeshare basis with Jetstar.
^$15 service fee applies when booking through Qantas reservations.
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