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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Diego from $2,320

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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SAN
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego

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One-way flights from New Zealand to San Diego
Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 July 2026.

Thu 19/1106:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops30h 32m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,320
Thu 19/1106:05
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops30h 14m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/6$2,322
Wed 18/1106:10
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops30h 22m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/6$2,327
Fri 20/1116:35
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops24h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,355
Mon 16/1106:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops28h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,380
Sat 21/1109:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops30h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,389
Sun 22/1106:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops35h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,466
Tue 17/1120:50
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops55h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,529
Sun 22/1106:15
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops59h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,533
Wed 18/1109:55
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops29h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,554
Mon 16/1106:15
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops50h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,556
Sat 21/1115:15
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops27h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,795

Find 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 3 July 2026.

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Average price

$2,429
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest one-way

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Thu 19/11

06:00-15:32

2 stops30h 32m

$2,320
Fastest single journey

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Mon 16/11

06:00-13:42

2 stops28h 42m

$2,380

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Tue 17/11

06:00-15:32

2 stops30h 32m

$2,380

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Sun 22/11

06:00-20:03

2 stops35h 03m

$2,466

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Sun 22/11

06:15-20:25

3 stops59h 10m

$2,533

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Deals found on 30/6

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to San Diego

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $1,032). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,420). 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 3 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to San Diego, such as Air New Zealand and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,926 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

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.

  • 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?

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $1,032). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,420). 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 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to San Diego. 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 3 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,138Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,670Average$2,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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