Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $642
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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 17 July 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,398 |
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One-way from | $710 |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,663 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,659 or less |
Good one-way deal | $884 or less |
Find flight deals from New Zealand to California
Cheapest flights from New Zealand to CaliforniaExplore 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 17 July 2025.
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 17 July 2025.
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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 17 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Departure
Return
Price
AucklandLos Angeles
AKL - LAX
AKLLAX
Auckland Intl
Fri 7/11
08:00-11:50
1 stop24h 50m
Los Angeles
Sat 29/11
22:45-13:40
1 stop17h 55m
AucklandLos Angeles
AKL - LAX
AKLLAX
Auckland Intl
Fri 7/11
14:35-05:50
Nonstop12h 15m
Los Angeles
Sat 29/11
22:25-08:35
Nonstop13h 10m
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Tue 25/11
23:30-20:00
1 stop17h 30m
San Francisco
Mon 29/12
07:15-21:20
1 stop17h 05m
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sun 5/10
15:10-13:25
1 stop18h 15m
San Francisco
Fri 7/11
22:05-13:40
1 stop18h 35m
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sun 5/10
16:35-16:07
2 stops19h 32m
San Francisco
Fri 7/11
22:05-13:40
1 stop18h 35m
ChristchurchLos Angeles
CHC - LAX
CHCLAX
Christchurch
Sat 1/11
14:10-12:50
1 stop18h 40m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/11
22:45-13:10
1 stop17h 25m
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Thu 11/12
23:30-20:00
1 stop17h 30m
San Francisco
Mon 29/12
07:15-21:20
1 stop17h 05m
AucklandLos Angeles
AKL - LAX
AKLLAX
Auckland Intl
Thu 11/12
23:30-23:55
1 stop21h 25m
Los Angeles
Mon 29/12
07:00-21:20
1 stop17h 20m
AucklandLos Angeles
AKL - LAX
AKLLAX
Auckland Intl
Wed 29/10
20:10-12:15
Nonstop12h 05m
Los Angeles
Wed 5/11
22:45-23:40
1 stop27h 55m
AucklandLas Vegas
AKL - LAS
AKLLAS
Auckland Intl
Wed 19/11
14:35-18:03
2 stops24h 28m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 29/11
13:05-08:35
1 stop22h 30m
Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to California
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Cheapflights Insights
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 $743). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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 17 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.
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 17 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as Air Tahiti Nui, China Airlines, andEmirates. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
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Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Crew
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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