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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Diego from $2,281

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SAN
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 December 2024.

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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 1 December 2024.

Sun 16/321:00CHC - SAN
2 stops43h 03mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/11$2,281
Sun 16/313:15CHC - SAN
1 stop16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$2,426

Find flights from New Zealand to San Diego within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to San Diego 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 145,754 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2024.

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ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Sun 16/3

21:00-20:03

2 stops43h 03m

$2,281

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Sun 16/3

13:15-10:04

1 stop16h 49m

$2,426

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Deals found on 30/11

Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 December 2024.

When flying from New Zealand to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 1 December 2024.
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.0
Very Good
524 reviews
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

7.4
Good
9,147 reviews
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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.

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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 145,754 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,339Average$1,833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,544Average$2,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,628Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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