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Sun 18/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 05m
Sun 25/1023:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 3/9$1,183
Tue 20/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 05m
Tue 27/1023:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 5/9$1,195
Mon 26/1014:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Sun 8/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 4/9$1,197
Thu 15/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 05m
Thu 29/1023:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 4/9$1,198
Sun 1/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Thu 12/1122:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 2/9$1,205
Wed 11/1108:00 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sat 5/1222:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 4/9$1,207
Tue 27/1014:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Fri 30/1023:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 3/9$1,210
Wed 21/1007:00 -
1 stop26h 05m
Sat 31/1023:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 2/9$1,212
Sun 15/1108:00 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sat 5/1222:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 3/9$1,217
Mon 19/1015:00 -
2 stops28h 17m
Mon 26/1006:15 -
2 stops35h 20m
Deal found 4/9$1,508
Tue 10/1116:05 -
1 stop39h 23m
Tue 17/1114:02 -
2 stops26h 38m
Deal found 31/8$1,523
Fri 16/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sun 25/1016:51 -
2 stops24h 44m
Deal found 3/9$1,528

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Return from

$1,183

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$551

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Average price

$1,611

Good round-trip deal

$1,634 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,094 or less
Fiji Airways
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  • 18/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Auckland to Los Angeles
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  • 4/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Auckland to California
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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/12

08:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$668
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/1

14:50-12:50

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$671

AucklandSan Diego

AKL Auckland Intl - SAN San Diego

AKLSAN

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

14:50-18:41

3 stops24h 51m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$911

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/1

14:45-05:58

Nonstop12h 13m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/1

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,282

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 26/10

13:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,287

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/11

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/12

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,288

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/11

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,292

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/10

13:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/11

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,294

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/10

13:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

22:50-07:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,297

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/11

14:50-12:00

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 14/11

22:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

$1,328

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Everything you need to know about your flight to California

How long is the flight to California?

On average, a flight from Auckland to California takes 20 hours 49 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to California are Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,133
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $603
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $957
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $926

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to California are Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada.

Rainfall in California by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to California?

The best time to book flights to California is 20 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What are the most popular places to fly to in California?

The most popular places in California to fly to are Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui,Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand to the United States. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
258 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
668 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,090 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,044 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

FAQs about flying to California

  • Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Alaska Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

    San Francisco is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to San Francisco typically cost $79, while return flights cost around $63.

  • How much is a return flight to California?

    A return flight to California will typically cost around $304, however they can be found for as little as $209.

  • Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to California, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles (0.0 km away from Los Angeles).

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