What you need to know about travelling to New Zealand from Australia during COVID-19
Here's the latest on quarantine, vaccine and testing requirements for Australians travelling to New Zealand.
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The two-way, quarantine-free travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand is currently closed.
In this guide, we answer all of your questions about travelling between the two countries during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have more, feel free to get in touch or leave a comment below so we can help you travel easier.
Can I travel from Australia to New Zealand?
Quarantine-free travel from Australia to New Zealand is paused to all residents until further notice
Latest information for New Zealand
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| Number of cases in past 7 days | Border status | Vaccine required? |
| 105 | Closed | No |
COVID-19 statistics in New Zealand vs Australia
Total Population Vaccinated for COVID-19 (%)
Getting to New Zealand and travelling around once there
Which entry points in New Zealand are open to travellers from Australia?
New Zealand has multiple points of entry, and the following are accepting international travellers from Australia:- Open Borders: New Zealand is currently accepting travellers via air.
- Open Airports: Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Wellington
- Open Ports: None
Which airlines are flying from Australia to New Zealand?
You can book flights to New Zealand with:- Air New Zealand
- Jetstar
- Qantas
- Virgin Australia (from late 2021
Many airlines are offering flexible bookings, so if you wanted to book a flight, as long as it's within the airline's flexible dates policy, you should be able to either change your dates or exchange them for a credit.
If you're hoping to book a flight to New Zealand when they do become available, here are the latest offers:
Cheap Flights
New Zealand flights from $345 return
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Available on flights until February 2022 to Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and more. Sample fare is Melbourne-Auckland with Jetstar.
Virgin Australia
New Zealand from $574 return
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Available on flights from January - July 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Queenstown. Other flights depart from Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and more.
Air New Zealand
New Zealand flights from $290 each way
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Available on select travel dates to Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown and more. Sample fare is Brisbane-Christchurch. Tickets must be purchased 28 days prior to flight date. T&Cs apply.
OneTravel
Up to USD$100 off business class flights
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Available on booking fees on select flight dates when you use the code. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Cook Islands, London and more. T&Cs apply.
Kiwi.com
Get EUR€20 off flights with code
Available on select travel dates when you spend a minimum of EUR€200. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and more.
Kiwi.com
Get EUR€10 off flights with code
Available on select travel dates when you spend a minimum of EUR€100. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and more.
Priceline.com
Up to 50% off worldwide flights
Available on select dates when you book Express Deals. Destination include Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Qatar Airways
Up to 45% off flights for students
Join and become a member of Student club and receive promo codes on flights. Available for students who are in university or college and aged 18-30. Destinations include London, Paris, Auckland, Canada and more. T&Cs apply.
As a traveller from Australia, can I travel anywhere once I'm in New Zealand?
Yes. There aren’t any areas of New Zealand that are still closed due to coronavirus outbreaks. Once in the country, you're free to travel anywhere.What's open in New Zealand?
Milford Sound is ripe for cruising, the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers are ready to be explored and the country's endless tramping tracks await hikers from Australia. With next to no local restrictions in New Zealand, the country's major tourist attractions are welcoming tourists from back from Australia with open arms.Major tourist attractions that are open:
Whether you're after a wine tour, adrenaline rush or scenic cruise, you're in luck. many of New Zealand's top attractions are open.- Bungy jump and canyon swings
- Fox and Franz Josef glacier walks and valley hikes
- Milford Sound cruises and day tours
- Waitomo Gloworm Caves rafting and walking tours
Everything New Zealand
Up to 75% off things to do in New Zealand
Plus kids go free on select activities including skydives, sightseeing cruises, tours and helicopter flights. Destinations include Queenstown, Auckland, Franz Josef, Taupo, Milford Sound and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 25% off things to do in Auckland
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Available on select travel dates. Activities include wine tours, walking tours, jet boat rides, sightseeing cruises, helicopter flights and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 60% off things to do in Queenstown
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Available on select travel dates. Activities include dining experiences, sightseeing cruises, helicopter flights, jet boat rides and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 20% off things to do in Christchurch
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Available on select travel dates on activities including skydiving, whale watching, skiing and more.
G Adventures
Up to 15% off active tours
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Available on select travel dates until 2022. Destinations include Peru, Italy, Greece, Portugal, Spain, New Zealand, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Adrenaline
Up to 27% off things to do in Cairns
Available on select travel dates for activities like driving experiences, scenic helicopter flights, bungy jumping, water rafting, scuba diving, skydiving and more.
Klook
Up to 10% off Auckland activities
Available on select dates from May - November 2020. Activities include skydiving, cruises, tours and more. T&Cs apply.
AAT Kings
Up to 2.5% off holiday bookings + Extra 10% off day tours
Available on select dates until 2021 across Australia and New Zealand when you purchase 2+ tours. T&Cs apply.
Klook
Up to 48% off things to do in Queenstown
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Available on select activities including jet boat ride, tours, cruises, skydiving, flying experiences and more.
Everything New Zealand
Things to do in Dunedin from $53
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Available on select travel dates on activities including spas and tours.
- Walking trails, parks and beaches: National parks throughout New Zealand are open to tourists, including popular parks such as Tongariro and Aoraki/Mount Cook. All beaches in New Zealand are open. All beaches in New Zealand are open.
- Shopping centres and stores: Shopping centres and standalone stores are allowed to be open. Masks aren't required to be worn when inside the mall and most centres will be undergoing routine cleaning and have sanitisers available.
- Restaurants, cafes and bars: Restaurants, cafes and bars can serve guests at a full capacity at Alert Level 1. It's recommended that you track where you've dined with the NZ COVID Tracer App.
Can I cruise to or around New Zealand?
No domestic or international cruises, from Australia or elsewhere, that start or dock at New Zealand’s ports are currently operating. Although no date has been set for when they will return, cruises are currently bookable for Australians from November 2021.If you're hoping to book a cruise around New Zealand when they do become available, here are the latest offers:
Bookaway
New Zealand ferry tickets from USD$42
Available on select dates until 2022 on tickets between Picton and Wellington.
Princess Cruise Lines
3rd and 4th guests sail free
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Plus up to USD$400 OBCs on select voyages in 2022 and 2023 when you book a Mini-Suite or Suite. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Hong Kong and more. T&Cs apply.
Flight Centre - Cruises
Up to 30% off 10-night New Zealand cruise
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Available on 12 February 2023 departing from Sydney with Royal Caribbean Cruises. Includes onboard meals. T&Cs apply.
CruiseDirect
Up to USD$1,000 OBC on worldwide cruises with Princess Cruise Lines
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Available on select travel dates from January - December 2022 departing from Melbourne and Sydney. Destinations include Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Hobart, Auckland, Wellington and more.
Princess Cruise Lines
Free drinks and Wi-Fi on cruises
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Available on select cruises sailing for 5 nights or more. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and more. T&Cs apply.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
13-day New Zealand cruise from $1,399
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Available for travel on 20 February 2022 departing from Sydney. Includes accommodation and onboard meals.
CruiseDirect
Australia and New Zealand cruises from USD$228
Available on select dates in 2021-2022 with Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line and more. Sample rate is for a 3-night cruise with Carnival Cruises.
What are the entry requirements for New Zealand coming from Australia?
Do I need a permit to enter New Zealand?
Australian travellers only need to fill out a Travel Health Declaration prior to boarding their flight to New Zealand via the Ministry of Health - details required include:- Flight numbers and arrival date
- Passport
- Contact details for when you're in New Zealand
- Emergency contact details
Do I need proof I've had a vaccine to travel?
At this time, you don't need to show proof that you've had a COVID-19 vaccine to enter New Zealand from Australia.Do I need proof I've had a negative test before departing New Zealand?
Aussies need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result as part of the new pre-departure testing rules for New Zealand travel - the required test costs $200 per person.Do I need to quarantine when I arrive in New Zealand?
As of 24 July, all Kiwis returning from Australia need to hotel-quarantine upon arrival in New Zealand for 14 days.Frequently asked questions about travelling from Australia to New Zealand:
Current travel deals to New Zealand
Whether or not now is the right time to travel to New Zealand, these deals are ready to go as soon as you are. Many companies are offering flexible travel options to New Zealand or are discounting future travel, so it's a great time to bag a bargain.
Agoda
Exclusive
Extra 10% off worldwide hotels with code
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Available on stays until 31 December 2022 when you use the code. Destinations include New Zealand, Fiji, London, Maldives, Japan, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Exclusive
DriveNow
Campervan hire from $5/day
Available on select routes, dates and locations in Australia, including Darwin, Alice Springs, Cairns and Brisbane, and New Zealand.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 75% off things to do in New Zealand
Plus kids go free on select activities including skydives, sightseeing cruises, tours and helicopter flights. Destinations include Queenstown, Auckland, Franz Josef, Taupo, Milford Sound and more.
Cheap Flights
New Zealand flights from $345 return
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Available on flights until February 2022 to Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and more. Sample fare is Melbourne-Auckland with Jetstar.
Europcar
Up to 10% off base rate
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Available on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday pick up dates until 11 December 2021. Destinations include Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Auckland and more. T&Cs apply.
Europcar
Up to 20% off Australia and New Zealand rentals
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Available on 2+ days rentals until 11 December 2021 when you book 21 days in advance. Destinations include Canberra, Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Auckland and more. T&Cs apply.
Priceline.com
Up to 60% off express deals
Available on select dates in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and more. T&Cs apply
Everything New Zealand
Up to 25% off things to do in Auckland
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Available on select travel dates. Activities include wine tours, walking tours, jet boat rides, sightseeing cruises, helicopter flights and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 60% off things to do in Queenstown
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Available on select travel dates. Activities include dining experiences, sightseeing cruises, helicopter flights, jet boat rides and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 20% off things to do in Christchurch
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Available on select travel dates on activities including skydiving, whale watching, skiing and more.
Everything New Zealand
Up to 25% off New Zealand ski passes, rentals shuttles and tours
Book ski passes, tours, heliskiing experiences, gear hire and more in Queenstown, Christchurch and Wanaka.
Skyscanner Car Hire
Auckland car hires from $14
Available on select rental dates in 2021 with Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt and more.
Bookaway
New Zealand ferry tickets from USD$42
Available on select dates until 2022 on tickets between Picton and Wellington.
Priceline.com
Up to $625 off vacation packages
Available on select travel dates when you book you flight and hotel together. Destinations included Australia, New Zealand, USA and more.
Trip.com
Up to 20% off Australia and New Zealand stays
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Available on stays until December 2021. Destinations include Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Yulara, Auckland and more. T&Cs apply.
Princess Cruise Lines
3rd and 4th guests sail free
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Plus up to USD$400 OBCs on select voyages in 2022 and 2023 when you book a Mini-Suite or Suite. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Hong Kong and more. T&Cs apply.
Flight Centre - Cruises
Up to 30% off 10-night New Zealand cruise
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Available on 12 February 2023 departing from Sydney with Royal Caribbean Cruises. Includes onboard meals. T&Cs apply.
Virgin Australia
New Zealand from $574 return
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Available on flights from January - July 2022. Sample fare is Sydney-Queenstown. Other flights depart from Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and more.
Kayak
Queenstown getaways with flights from $1,434
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Available on select travel dates in 2021. Sample rate is for a 3-night stay at Alpine Village with return flights.
Hotels.com
Up to 40% off New Zealand hotels
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Available on select stay dates until 31 July 2022. Destinations include Christchurch and Auckland. T&Cs apply.
World2Cover Travel Insurance Deals
Get 25% Off World2Cover Travel Insurance
Save on your next policy to destinations including Bali, Thailand, USA, Europe, Japan, New Zealand, Vietnam and more. Terms and conditions apply.
Air New Zealand
New Zealand flights from $290 each way
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Available on select travel dates to Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown and more. Sample fare is Brisbane-Christchurch. Tickets must be purchased 28 days prior to flight date. T&Cs apply.
G Adventures
Up to 15% off active tours
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Available on select travel dates until 2022. Destinations include Peru, Italy, Greece, Portugal, Spain, New Zealand, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
CruiseDirect
Up to USD$1,000 OBC on worldwide cruises with Princess Cruise Lines
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Available on select travel dates from January - December 2022 departing from Melbourne and Sydney. Destinations include Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Hobart, Auckland, Wellington and more.
Princess Cruise Lines
Free drinks and Wi-Fi on cruises
Ends
Available on select cruises sailing for 5 nights or more. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and more. T&Cs apply.
Motorhome Republic
Up to 10% off New Zealand campervan rentals
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Available on rentals until 18 October 2021. T&Cs apply.
Econo Lodge
Up to 10% off stays for seniors
Available on bookings across Australia, New Zealand, Italy, France, Canada, USA, Brazil and more. T&Cs apply
Motorhome Republic
Extra 5% off Hippie Camper rentals in New Zealand
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Available on campervan rentals until 31 March 2022 when you book 180 days in advance. Destinations include Auckland and Christchurch. T&Cs apply.
iVisa
New Zealand ETA + processing fee from $19
Get your embassy registration with iVisa from $19.
Flight Centre - Holidays
Up to $185 off New Zealand getaway with breakfast
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Available on stays from 31 January - 31 March 2022 at Peppers Beacon Queenstown. Includes Onsen Hot Pools experience with glass of wine and a snack, wine and food tour and more. T&Cs apply.
Flight Centre - Holidays
7-day New Zealand campervan getaway from $469
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Available on rentals from 28 February - 31 March 2022 in Queenstown. T&Cs apply.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
13-day New Zealand cruise from $1,399
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Available for travel on 20 February 2022 departing from Sydney. Includes accommodation and onboard meals.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
Queenstown getaway with car hire + flights from $1,699
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Available on select travel dates until 2022 and includes return flights departing from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, car hire with unlimited kilometers and more.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
8-day Auckland getaway with car hire and flights from $1,699
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Available on all travel dates. Includes return airfare departing from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane and more.
My Travel Experience (formerly Destination International)
6-day New Zealand adventure + flights from $3,799
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Available for travel on 4 October 2021. Includes return flights, accommodation, guide and more.
Compare and Choose
Up to 14% off New Zealand campervan hires
Available on select rental dates in 2021 with Britz, Apollo, Cheapa and more. Destinations include Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Wellington and more. T&Cs apply.
Europcar
Up to 10% off 3+ day rentals
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Available on rentals until 11 December 2021 across Australia and New Zealand. T&Cs apply.
Klook
Up to 10% off Auckland activities
Available on select dates from May - November 2020. Activities include skydiving, cruises, tours and more. T&Cs apply.
TourRadar
Up to 30% off advance purchase
Available on select dates in 2021 and 2022 when you book 90 days in advance. Destinations include Maldives, Lisbon, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand and more.
Trafalgar Tours
Up to 10% off advance purchase
Available on select tours in 2021 and 2022. Destinations include Italy, Paris, USA, Croatia, Australia, New Zealand, Spain and more. T&Cs apply.
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