Cheap flights from New Zealand to Salinas, California from $609

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$609

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,554
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/12-12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 34m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 24m total
  • New Zealand to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($223 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 16 November 2025.

Fri 5/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 34mAir Canada
Fri 12/1218:00SFO - AKL
1 stop20h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 14/11$1,258
Thu 20/1123:30AKL - SFO
1 stop16h 42mAlaska Airlines
Fri 28/1107:12SFO - AKL
1 stop17h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,288
Thu 20/1123:30AKL - SFO
1 stop16h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/1207:24SFO - AKL
2 stops16h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,290
Mon 29/1215:50AKL - SFO
1 stop28h 08mBritish Airways
Mon 5/113:13SFO - AKL
2 stops22h 57mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,300
Thu 20/1123:30AKL - SFO
1 stop16h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/1207:15SFO - AKL
1 stop17h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,304
Thu 20/1123:30AKL - SFO
1 stop16h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 27/1120:40SFO - AKL
1 stop27h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,307
Thu 27/1113:20AKL - SFO
1 stop21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1210:15SFO - AKL
1 stop26h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,318
Sun 28/1213:45CHC - SFO
1 stop23h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 9/120:15SFO - CHC
1 stop30h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,427
Sat 6/1207:00ZQN - SFO
2 stops24h 04mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1220:15SFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,490
Fri 28/1116:35CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 6/116:30SFO - CHC
2 stops25h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,508
Thu 4/1207:00ZQN - SFO
2 stops33h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1210:15SFO - ZQN
2 stops33h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,541
Mon 29/1207:40WLG - SFO
2 stops24h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/116:11SFO - WLG
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,577

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Salinas

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

23:30-19:40

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

07:40-21:20

1 stop17h 40m

$1,281

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

23:30-19:40

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

07:40-21:20

1 stop17h 40m

$1,283

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

23:30-19:00

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

07:40-21:20

1 stop17h 40m

$1,288

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

23:30-06:30

1 stop28h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

07:55-21:20

2 stops17h 25m

$1,307

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/2

23:30-06:30

1 stop28h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

07:15-21:20

2 stops18h 05m

$1,351

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

14:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

20:50-05:45

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,378

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

20:50-05:45

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,378

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

19:55-11:05

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

23:05-00:30

1 stop29h 25m

$1,378

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

20:50-05:45

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,378

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

19:55-11:05

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

23:05-16:15

1 stop21h 10m

$1,378

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas (average of $1,028). Flying from New Zealand to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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 16 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Salinas in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Salinas. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Salinas flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16 November 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 16 November 2025.
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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

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

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

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Salinas can take about 16h 10m. Hawaiian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,281. 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 $611 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $665 and United Airlines from $688 one-way.

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

  • 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(72%) or Air New Zealand(72%), 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 $4,880 for a flight from New Zealand to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $882 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,281.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Salinas (average of $1,028). Flying from New Zealand to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$738Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,057Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,158Average$1,802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,299Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,384Average$1,946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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