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$552+ Cheap flights to Southern California

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— LAX
12 Apr — 19 Apr1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Southern California in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Southern California
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Southern California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 13 March 2026.

Sun 26/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 10/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,001
Tue 14/407:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 25/423:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,002
Sat 25/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 2/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,006
Mon 4/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 17/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/3$1,011
Fri 24/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 10/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/3$1,013
Thu 23/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 30/423:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/3$1,014
Thu 16/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 30/423:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,023
Tue 17/308:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Tue 24/323:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/3$1,025
Wed 22/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 22/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/3$1,026
Fri 1/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/3$1,028
Thu 19/323:30
AKL
-
LGB
1 stop17h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/308:01
LGB
-
AKL
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,479
Sat 14/323:30
AKL
-
ONT
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/308:32
ONT
-
AKL
1 stop16h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,496

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Return from

$1,001

One-way from

$552

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,312
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/4-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Auckland to Los Angeles
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Auckland to Southern California
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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

23:55-13:45

1 stop17h 50m

$1,240

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/9

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 2/10

23:55-13:45

1 stop17h 50m

$1,240

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/7

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 12/10

23:55-13:45

1 stop17h 50m

$1,246

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

13:00-06:03

Nonstop12h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 12/5

22:25-06:50

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,260

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/5

15:55-16:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

23:30-16:50

1 stop22h 20m

$1,267

AucklandOntario

AKL - ONT

AKLONT

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

13:50-22:37

1 stop27h 47m

Ontario

Sun 31/5

06:00-00:35

2 stops47h 35m

$1,590

AucklandOntario

AKL - ONT

AKLONT

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

19:50-18:11

1 stop17h 21m

Ontario

Tue 15/9

13:44-07:10

1 stop22h 26m

$1,601

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/4

23:30-05:00

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/4

10:00-21:20

1 stop16h 20m

$1,614

AucklandOntario

AKL - ONT

AKLONT

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

13:50-12:12

1 stop17h 22m

Ontario

Sat 20/6

06:00-07:10

1 stop30h 10m

$1,614

AucklandSanta Ana

AKL - SNA

AKLSNA

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/8

08:20-15:42

2 stops26h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 14/8

16:30-14:05

3 stops26h 35m

$1,623

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Southern California

How long is the flight to Southern California?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Southern California takes 16 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Southern California from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Southern California

The most flights from Auckland to Southern California are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southern California?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Southern California are Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,217
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $936
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,020
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,086

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Southern California are Delta, Air Canada and Hawaiian Airlines.

Rainfall in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southern California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Southern California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southern California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 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 Southern California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southern California. 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 Southern California. Reviews last updated 13 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to the United States to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,423 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,464 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

FAQs about flying to Southern California

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Southern California if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Southern California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Southern California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Southern California.

  • How much is a return flight to Southern California?

    A return flight to Southern California will typically cost around $86, however they can be found for as little as $76.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Southern California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Southern California, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 3 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Los Angeles have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles Los Angeles (0.0 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles).

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