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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $556

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to California flight deals. Data was last updated 10 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,087

One-way from

$556

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,593

Good round-trip deal

$1,474 or less

Good one-way deal

$653 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 3/9-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 June 2025.

Wed 3/914:10AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Wed 29/1023:25SFO - AKL
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,087
Mon 21/713:15CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Tue 5/823:55LAX - CHC
1 stop17h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,149
Fri 22/814:10AKL - LAX
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Sun 7/923:55LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,168
Sun 3/812:35WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/823:25SFO - WLG
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,255
Wed 29/1007:40WLG - LAX
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1122:45LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,292
Mon 21/713:15CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/823:55LAX - CHC
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,298
Thu 28/814:10AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/911:12SFO - AKL
2 stops30h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,313
Wed 10/1215:10AKL - LAX
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/122:45LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$1,338
Wed 10/1214:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mDelta
Sun 18/122:30LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 8/6$1,381
Sun 23/1109:40CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1222:05SFO - CHC
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,384
Thu 4/915:20AKL - SFO
2 stops38h 00mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 28/1011:48SFO - AKL
2 stops29h 52mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 7/6$1,441
Tue 25/1123:30AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 26/1107:00SFO - AKL
2 stops17h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,455

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 10 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to California that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

California

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

14:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 29/10

23:25-13:40

1 stop18h 15m

$1,087

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 21/7

13:15-12:55

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

23:55-12:15

1 stop17h 20m

$1,149

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 22/8

14:10-12:55

1 stop17h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/9

23:55-12:40

1 stop17h 45m

$1,168

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Sun 3/8

12:35-13:50

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 20/8

23:25-09:10

2 stops38h 45m

$1,255

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 29/10

07:40-12:55

2 stops25h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

22:45-16:10

1 stop20h 25m

$1,292

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 21/7

13:15-12:55

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

23:55-17:35

2 stops22h 40m

$1,298

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/8

14:10-13:50

1 stop18h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

11:12-13:40

2 stops30h 28m

$1,313

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 29/7

13:55-12:55

1 stop18h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

18:59-12:40

2 stops22h 41m

$1,351

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/10

13:50-06:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 30/11

22:30-08:55

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,381

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

15:20-10:20

2 stops38h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 28/10

11:48-13:40

2 stops29h 52m

$1,441

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to California

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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 $756). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 10 June 2025.

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.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

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 10 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and China Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,202 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
878 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
194 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flights from New Zealand to California have been viewed 5,465 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $556 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 Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $708 and $744, 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 $756). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 10 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$817Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$996Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,046Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,099Average$1,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,101Average$1,701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,297Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,339Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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