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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Diego from $1,521

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SAN
9 Feb — 16 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated 10 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,521

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$2,232
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/3-22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 02m total
  • New Zealand to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($180 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 January 2026.

Thu 19/306:00CHC - SAN
2 stops24h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 22/317:55SAN - CHC
1 stop19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,521
Mon 26/113:00CHC - SAN
2 stops28h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/219:52SAN - CHC
2 stops39h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,594
Mon 26/109:50CHC - SAN
2 stops28h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/216:47SAN - CHC
2 stops23h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,637

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New Zealand

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

06:00-10:22

2 stops24h 22m

San Diego

Sun 22/3

17:55-09:35

1 stop19h 40m

$1,521

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

13:00-20:49

2 stops28h 49m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

19:52-08:05

2 stops39h 13m

$1,594

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

09:50-17:09

2 stops28h 19m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

16:47-13:15

2 stops23h 28m

$1,637

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Deals found on 9/1

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $1,182). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,890). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 10 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to San Diego, such as Air New Zealand, United Airlines, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
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Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,145 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,608 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from New Zealand?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego. It is only a 4.2 km journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to San Diego?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to San Diego can take about 24h 22m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,521. There are 11063 km between New Zealand and San Diego.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $1,182). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,890). 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 3 airlines flying from New Zealand to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,396Average$1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,582Average$2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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