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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $638

AKL — LAX
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to California

Fri 6/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Sun 22/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 30/10$1,154
Mon 2/1108:00 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sun 8/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 26/10$1,156
Wed 4/1115:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Wed 25/1120:25 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 27/10$1,174
Wed 25/1106:20 -
1 stop22h 45m
Wed 2/1220:25 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 26/10$1,177
Tue 24/1106:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Tue 1/1220:25 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 25/10$1,183
Sun 1/1106:40 -
1 stop20h 20m
Wed 4/1120:25 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 29/10$1,190
Sat 31/1006:50 -
1 stop22h 15m
Sun 15/1120:25 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 30/10$1,191
Thu 26/1106:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Thu 3/1220:25 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 27/10$1,204
Thu 12/1106:50 -
1 stop22h 15m
Thu 19/1120:25 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 27/10$1,204
Fri 6/1106:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Tue 10/1120:25 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 26/10$1,207
Thu 26/1106:00 -
1 stop21h 05m
Thu 26/1122:40 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 26/10$1,207
Wed 2/1219:05 -
1 stop20h 00m
Wed 9/1222:40 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 30/10$1,211

Find flight deals from New Zealand to California

Round-trip from

$1,090

One-way from

$638

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,575

Good round-trip deal

$1,468 or less

Good one-way deal

$693 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 30/1-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 26/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 20m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/1

14:45-05:58

Nonstop12h 13m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$638

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/1

14:45-05:58

Nonstop12h 13m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$638

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/2

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$645

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG Wellington - LAX Los Angeles

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 23/2

09:40-07:00

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$662

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG Wellington - LAX Los Angeles

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 25/2

09:40-07:00

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$663

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG Wellington - SFO San Francisco

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 15/4

16:10-13:40

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$692

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG Wellington - LAX Los Angeles

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 25/1

18:00-07:00

1 stop34h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$701

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 7/2

17:20-12:00

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$718

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 12/12

09:00-07:10

1 stop19h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$784

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC Christchurch - SFO San Francisco

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 27/2

14:10-21:27

2 stops28h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$795

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $1,346). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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 NZ to CA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to California as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to California?

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Zealand to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as Air Tahiti Nui,Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand. 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
82 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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
82 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
82 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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
261 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
82 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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
679 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
82 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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
1,121 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
82 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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
7.0
Good
12,210 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
82 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.5

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.

Related info for your journey

  • How popular is this New Zealand to California flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to California have been viewed 1,571 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to California?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to California can take about 12h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,255. New Zealand and California are separated by a distance of 10480 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $540 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $581 and $588, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $1,346). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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 9 airlines flying from New Zealand to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$631Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$789Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$812Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$948Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$2,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,089Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,182Average$1,887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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