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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Diego from $1,568

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SAN
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 March 2026.

Thu 29/1006:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops25h 47m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1118:26
SAN
-
CHC
2 stops20h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,568
Fri 13/316:00
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 17/317:55
SAN
-
CHC
2 stops19h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3$2,120
Fri 13/317:30
CHC
-
SAN
2 stops22h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/322:09
SAN
-
CHC
1 stop39h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$2,321
Thu 29/1018:20
CHC
-
SAN
3 stops47h 33m
Emirates
Mon 2/1111:00
SAN
-
CHC
3 stops54h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3$4,734

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated 12 March 2026.

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$1,654
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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 $1,144). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,235). 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 12 March 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
610 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,800 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $1,144). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,235). 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

Discover the top 3 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 12 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,351Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,608Average$2,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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