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Flights to California in 2026

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Mon 7/908:20 -
1 stop25h 10m
Tue 22/923:30 -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 15/8$1,183
Fri 4/1206:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Tue 2/220:25 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 14/8$1,214
Wed 2/1206:40 -
2 stops34h 12m
Wed 3/220:25 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 14/8$1,216
Fri 4/1207:30 -
1 stop19h 30m
Sun 31/108:40 -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 14/8$1,238
Fri 4/1207:30 -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 28/120:25 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 14/8$1,243
Wed 2/1206:40 -
2 stops36h 46m
Fri 29/120:25 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 14/8$1,246
Fri 4/1206:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Mon 1/221:45 -
1 stop20h 00m
Deal found 14/8$1,260
Wed 2/1213:15 -
2 stops27h 37m
Mon 1/221:45 -
1 stop20h 00m
Deal found 14/8$1,263
Fri 4/1207:30 -
1 stop19h 30m
Fri 29/117:00 -
2 stops24h 05m
Deal found 14/8$1,267
Mon 23/1114:45 -
Nonstop12h 19m
Mon 7/1222:50 -
Nonstop13h 05m
Deal found 15/8$1,270
Sun 25/1007:45 -
1 stop29h 10m
Sat 31/1007:15 -
2 stops35h 30m
Deal found 14/8$1,377
Fri 28/815:20 -
2 stops38h 52m
Fri 11/922:30 -
1 stop23h 20m
Deal found 15/8$1,379

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Return from

$1,183

One-way from

$547

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June

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March

Average price

$1,430

Good round-trip deal

$1,505 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,002 or less
American Airlines
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  • 7/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • Auckland to Los Angeles
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Fiji Airways
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  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Auckland to California
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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/12

14:45-06:05

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/1

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,348

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/10

07:45-16:55

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

07:15-14:45

2 stops35h 30m

$1,377

AucklandSacramento

AKL Auckland Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Wed 27/1

13:20-23:05

1 stop30h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 31/1

06:37-09:55

1 stop30h 18m

$1,465

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/12

14:45-06:05

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/1

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,532

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/12

14:45-06:05

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/1

22:50-08:55

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,617

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/11

16:05-13:39

2 stops18h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 16/11

22:06-13:40

2 stops42h 34m

$1,637

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/10

06:50-07:25

1 stop20h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

22:45-08:10

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,686

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/12

16:05-09:45

1 stop14h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/1

22:45-13:40

1 stop17h 55m

$1,734

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL Auckland Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/12

14:00-21:40

1 stop28h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/1

07:20-11:00

1 stop30h 40m

$1,746

AucklandSanta Ana

AKL Auckland Intl - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

AKLSNA

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/10

06:00-15:44

2 stops29h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 25/10

12:01-14:05

2 stops30h 04m

$1,873

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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.

Weekly flight availability to California

The most flights from Auckland to California are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 $1,138
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $603
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $957
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,024

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to California are Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Delta.

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 47 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
79 reviews
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Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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
79 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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
254 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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
662 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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
1,083 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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
11,962 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

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?

    Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles typically cost $128, while return flights cost around $209.

  • 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 0 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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