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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $581

AKL — LAX
28 Oct — 4 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to California

Sat 24/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 05m
Sat 31/1023:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 26/9$1,159
Sun 8/1108:00 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sun 15/1122:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 24/9$1,163
Mon 2/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Sun 15/1122:35 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 23/9$1,170
Fri 23/1015:00 -
1 stop18h 05m
Fri 30/1023:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 24/9$1,193
Mon 9/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Mon 16/1122:35 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 24/9$1,216
Wed 28/1014:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Wed 4/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 27/9$1,219
Mon 2/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Wed 4/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 25/9$1,221
Tue 10/1108:00 -
1 stop25h 00m
Mon 16/1122:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 26/9$1,235
Wed 18/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Tue 1/1222:35 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 27/9$1,271
Sat 7/1114:10 -
1 stop18h 50m
Sat 14/1122:35 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 23/9$1,274
Wed 18/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Sat 28/1121:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 27/9$1,322
Fri 20/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 35m
Fri 25/1222:05 -
1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 26/9$1,348

Find flight deals from New Zealand to California

Round-trip from

$1,108

One-way from

$581

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,481

Good round-trip deal

$1,446 or less

Good one-way deal

$823 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 10/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 18/2

14:10-12:00

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$614

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG Wellington - LAX Los Angeles

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 15/10

17:10-13:05

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$642

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Wed 17/2

09:55-07:00

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$667

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 16/11

14:10-12:00

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$667

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG Wellington - LAX Los Angeles

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 21/12

12:35-07:00

1 stop15h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$699

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/11

14:50-12:00

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$709

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/12

14:45-06:05

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$729

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/11

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$729

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$729

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL Auckland Intl - LAX Los Angeles

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/11

14:45-06:04

Nonstop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$729

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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 $1,373). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 11 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
80 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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
259 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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
670 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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
1,102 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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
12,098 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.5
Very Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.5

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

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 1,536 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 19m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,295. 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?

    $517 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 $577 and $583, 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 $1,373). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 New Zealand to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$626Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$740Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$759Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$806Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,032Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,173Average$1,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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