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Cheap flights from Auckland to California from $555

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to California flight deals. Data was last updated 8 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,160

One-way from

$555

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,409

Good round-trip deal

$1,726 or less

Good one-way deal

$864 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 28/1-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • Auckland to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • Auckland to California
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to California.
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 November 2025.

Mon 24/1114:50AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Sun 7/1222:45LAX - AKL
1 stop28h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,184
Tue 25/1114:50AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Tue 16/1222:45LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,206
Wed 10/1215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 26/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,220
Thu 25/1215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 31/1223:45LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,231
Mon 22/1219:35AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 29/1219:05LAX - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$1,238
Wed 10/1214:00AKL - LAX
1 stop23h 29mAir Canada
Sat 13/1212:50LAX - AKL
1 stop25h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,240
Mon 24/1119:35AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/1219:05LAX - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$1,245
Thu 25/1223:30AKL - LAX
1 stop16h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 31/1207:00LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,247
Tue 11/1113:15AKL - LAX
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 14/1121:25LAX - AKL
1 stop20h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,254
Tue 2/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 34mAir Canada
Wed 17/1213:20SFO - AKL
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,263
Fri 21/1120:10AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/1119:05LAX - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,266
Wed 3/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAir Canada
Wed 17/1207:30SFO - AKL
1 stop30h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/11$1,293

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to California that are best for you.

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Auckland

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California

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

23:30-05:15

1 stop25h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

07:15-21:20

2 stops18h 05m

$1,282

AucklandLong Beach

AKL - LGB

AKLLGB

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

23:30-20:25

1 stop17h 55m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 9/3

09:00-21:20

1 stop16h 20m

$1,293

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/1

23:30-22:06

1 stop19h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/2

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,298

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/12

23:30-19:20

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

11:03-21:20

1 stop37h 17m

$1,302

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

23:30-20:24

1 stop17h 54m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/2

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,316

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/1

23:30-20:24

1 stop17h 54m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,316

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

15:50-07:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

23:30-10:05

Nonstop13h 35m

$1,318

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/12

15:50-07:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/1

23:45-09:55

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,320

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

23:30-23:59

2 stops21h 29m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,320

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/1

13:15-12:30

1 stop20h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 22/1

22:50-22:15

1 stop26h 25m

$1,323

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to California (average of $985). Flying from Auckland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,231). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to California in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 November 2025.

The most flights from AKL to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 8 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Auckland to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,009 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,421 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to California?

    For a flight from Auckland to California, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this Auckland to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 5,038 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to California.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to California?

    A quick flight from Auckland to California can take about 12h 10m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,318. Auckland and California are separated by a distance of 10480 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $631. Users have also found prices from $638 and $653 on Hawaiian Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Auckland to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Auckland to California are Auckland Intl - Los Angeles, Auckland Intl - San Francisco and Auckland Intl - Ontario.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Auckland, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (86%), Aeromexico (86%), Virgin Atlantic( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Auckland to California? While on average our users pay $4,564, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $829. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $1,097.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to California (average of $985). Flying from Auckland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,231). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Auckland to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 8 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$746Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$883Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$993Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,028Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,186Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,257Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,313Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,399Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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