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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Salinas, California from $684

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
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 2 March 2026.

Mon 20/419:50
AKL
-
SFO
Nonstop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/522:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,262
Mon 20/408:20
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops44h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 3/522:30
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop20h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,279
Wed 15/414:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/418:29
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,297
Mon 1/619:50
AKL
-
SFO
Nonstop12h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 7/622:05
SFO
-
AKL
Nonstop12h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,312
Mon 20/419:50
AKL
-
SFO
Nonstop12h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 3/522:05
SFO
-
AKL
Nonstop12h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3$1,342
Wed 24/608:00
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop23h 55m
Air New Zealand
Fri 14/822:05
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop20h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,342
Fri 17/407:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 24/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/2$1,347
Fri 17/414:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 17/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,349
Sun 19/421:25
WLG
-
SFO
1 stop34h 30m
Air New Zealand
Sun 26/422:05
SFO
-
WLG
2 stops18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,352
Thu 30/707:00
WLG
-
SFO
2 stops18h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sun 16/822:05
SFO
-
WLG
1 stop24h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/3$1,357
Wed 15/414:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 22/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/3$1,357
Fri 4/906:05
WLG
-
SFO
2 stops45h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 8/922:30
SFO
-
WLG
1 stop21h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,402

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 2 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,262

One-way from

$689

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,561
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 20/4-3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($226 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Salinas 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 2 March 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

23:30-20:31

1 stop17h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 23/3

08:35-21:20

1 stop16h 45m

$1,452

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/6

15:15-14:54

2 stops18h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 16/6

16:30-12:10

2 stops24h 40m

$1,602

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 16/4

16:10-21:39

2 stops24h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

18:29-15:10

2 stops25h 41m

$1,607

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

16:05-23:53

2 stops27h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 28/8

18:50-12:10

2 stops22h 20m

$1,679

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 16/3

20:10-07:05

1 stop30h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 19/3

20:50-09:05

1 stop16h 15m

$1,816

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 30/7

08:55-06:50

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 16/8

22:05-08:40

1 stop15h 35m

$1,828

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

06:05-10:50

2 stops48h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 22/3

21:30-23:55

1 stop30h 25m

$1,833

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

14:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 23/3

20:50-05:45

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,843

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/3

20:10-12:20

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 2/9

23:20-17:45

1 stop23h 25m

$1,844

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/3

16:35-21:13

2 stops24h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 30/3

16:59-16:50

2 stops27h 51m

$1,851

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas (average of $1,004). Flying from New Zealand to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,296). 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 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 2 March 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 2 March 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 2 March 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
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
606 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,000 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,375 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,764 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
228 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

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 4,604 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 17h 01m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,452. 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 $521 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $531 and United Airlines from $550 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(85%), United Airlines(74%) or Lufthansa(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 $4,600 for a flight from New Zealand to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $713 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,227.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas (average of $1,004). Flying from New Zealand to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,296). 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 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Salinas. 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 2 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$700Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,000Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,032Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,042Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,060Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,231Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,318Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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