Michael McIntyre will play two arena shows in New Zealand - but you'll have to wait till next year to see him.

The British comedian will perform at Christchurch's Horncastle Arena on June 18, and Auckland's Spark Arena on June 20, next year.

Michael McIntyre, known as Britain's biggest comedian, and is known for various roles across television and movie screens.

He was last here in 2016 for a well-received show at Vector Arena.

"It felt like we were at a rock concert - people bought merchandise, grabbed beers, took selfies, and when McIntyre came on, they cheered as if their favourite band had just taken the stage," wrote reviewer Siena Yates.

"The man is a real life Energiser bunny - you just give him a push and off he goes, non-stop and at full speed."

McIntyre isn't the only big-name comedian to play here this year, with Kevin Hart set to play a show in November.

Tickets for his shows go on sale on April 11.