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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Salinas, California from $706

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 July 2026.

Thu 3/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops19h 50m
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri 8/119:01
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops21h 39m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 2/7$1,622
Thu 3/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops23h 25m
Air Tahiti Nui
Mon 11/122:20
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops42h 20m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 2/7$1,633
Thu 24/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops20h 28m
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri 1/118:50
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops21h 50m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 5/7$1,662
Sat 12/1217:10
WLG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/122:05
SFO
-
WLG
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,677
Sun 13/913:05
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 23/1023:25
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,685
Thu 8/1016:15
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops18h 07m
Air Tahiti Nui
Tue 10/1111:15
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 25m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 6/7$1,713
Wed 4/1114:50
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops23h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1121:50
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,727
Thu 24/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops25h 04m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 31/1222:20
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops42h 20m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 5/7$1,743
Sun 6/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops19h 50m
Air Tahiti Nui
Tue 5/111:15
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 25m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 2/7$1,745
Wed 12/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 26/823:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,750
Thu 3/1216:05
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops19h 50m
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu 7/122:20
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops42h 20m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 2/7$1,756
Fri 28/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 11/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,764

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated 7 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,622

One-way from

$706

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,975
Air Tahiti Nui
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • 3/12-8/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 29m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 5/12

20:10-14:55

3 stops39h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 1/1

18:50-20:25

3 stops28h 35m

$1,919

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 18/8

08:00-12:55

2 stops23h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 25/8

23:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

$2,067

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 19/8

06:30-13:40

2 stops26h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

23:25-08:10

2 stops37h 45m

$2,072

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 8/8

20:40-12:55

2 stops35h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 15/8

23:00-14:10

2 stops20h 10m

$2,088

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 12/8

20:10-06:50

1 stop29h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

22:05-09:25

1 stop16h 20m

$2,107

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 14/9

11:25-12:55

2 stops20h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 4/10

21:05-12:05

2 stops19h 00m

$2,126

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 15/10

16:45-15:34

2 stops42h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 19/10

13:28-15:25

2 stops29h 57m

$2,202

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 13/8

06:00-06:50

2 stops19h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 27/8

23:00-15:00

2 stops21h 00m

$2,211

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 26/8

19:50-12:55

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 30/8

23:20-00:35

1 stop30h 15m

$2,214

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/7

13:50-06:50

Nonstop12h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 3/8

23:20-17:45

1 stop23h 25m

$2,214

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 July 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Salinas. 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 7 July 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated 7 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,944 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,318 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
246 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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

    This flight path from New Zealand to Salinas was viewed by 2,500 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Salinas can take about 12h 05m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,214. Airlines will cover a distance of 10503 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 Salinas one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $578 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $591 and Qantas Airways from $636 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Salinas?

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Salinas is Auckland Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Christchurch - San Francisco or Wellington - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Salinas?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to Salinas consider choosing SWISS(92%), United Airlines(74%) or Air New Zealand(74%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,772 for a flight from New Zealand to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $763 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,713.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Salinas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 9 airlines flying from New Zealand to Salinas

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$269Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,055Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,059Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,072Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,152Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,280Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,349Average$1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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