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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $619

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
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 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,194

One-way from

$619

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,636

Good round-trip deal

$1,602 or less

Good one-way deal

$892 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/8-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 43m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 6 July 2025.

Wed 13/808:00AKL - LAX
1 stop23h 55mFiji Airways
Thu 14/823:55LAX - AKL
1 stop28h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,194
Sun 3/806:35AKL - LAX
2 stops23h 44mAir Canada
Sun 10/817:15LAX - AKL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/7$1,240
Mon 17/1106:10CHC - LAX
2 stops28h 14mAir Canada
Thu 27/1118:10LAX - CHC
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/7$1,245
Sun 10/806:00CHC - LAX
2 stops29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/817:15LAX - CHC
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,262
Mon 17/1114:10CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Thu 27/1122:45LAX - CHC
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,263
Fri 7/1107:35AKL - LAX
2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1108:20LAX - AKL
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,265
Wed 29/1006:00WLG - LAX
2 stops25h 53mAir Canada
Thu 6/1112:50LAX - WLG
2 stops38h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,270
Sat 1/1106:00WLG - LAX
2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1118:10LAX - WLG
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,272
Fri 21/1108:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Wed 3/1222:05SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,278
Fri 7/1114:35AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mDelta
Sat 29/1122:25LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/7$1,296
Mon 18/817:15WLG - LAX
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 25/822:10LAX - WLG
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/7$1,326
Fri 21/1106:15AKL - SFO
2 stops25h 24mAir Canada
Wed 3/1218:00SFO - AKL
2 stops26h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/7$1,348

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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

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/8

08:00-12:55

1 stop23h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 14/8

23:55-23:05

1 stop28h 10m

$1,194

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/8

06:35-11:19

2 stops23h 44m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/8

17:15-15:05

2 stops26h 50m

$1,240

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

06:10-13:24

2 stops28h 14m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/11

18:10-00:40

2 stops33h 30m

$1,245

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 10/8

06:00-16:13

2 stops29h 13m

Los Angeles

Sat 16/8

17:15-00:45

2 stops36h 30m

$1,262

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 17/11

14:10-11:50

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/11

22:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

$1,263

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 29/10

06:00-16:29

2 stops30h 29m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

12:50-00:05

2 stops38h 15m

$1,270

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/8

06:45-11:19

2 stops23h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/8

12:20-23:30

2 stops40h 10m

$1,270

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/11

08:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

22:05-23:40

1 stop28h 35m

$1,278

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 18/8

17:15-12:45

1 stop14h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

22:10-09:10

1 stop16h 00m

$1,326

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/11

06:15-10:39

2 stops25h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

18:00-17:20

2 stops26h 20m

$1,348

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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 $745). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $984). 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 6 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand 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 6 July 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to USCA are scheduled on a Sunday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 6 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as Air Tahiti Nui, China Airlines, andSingapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
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Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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
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Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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
744 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
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Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,321 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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
8.0
Very Good
201 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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 New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

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

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

    Flights from New Zealand to California have been viewed 5,451 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $619 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $625 and $668, 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 $745). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $984). 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 6 July 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$623Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$743Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$905Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$989Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,098Average$1,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,298Average$1,907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,336Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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