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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 24 April 2026.

Mon 4/513:00
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 05m
Delta
Tue 19/522:25
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 25m
Delta
Deal found 22/4$1,179
Sun 20/1216:05
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Tue 5/122:45
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 55m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 19/4$1,296
Thu 10/1216:05
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop14h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri 1/122:45
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 55m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 21/4$1,315
Mon 11/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 25/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/4$1,330
Mon 4/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 7/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/4$1,342
Tue 15/907:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Fiji Airways
Tue 22/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/4$1,344
Thu 4/614:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/623:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/4$1,346
Wed 29/414:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/4$1,349
Sat 17/1015:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 14/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/4$1,352
Mon 18/513:25
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop20h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 3/623:30
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop19h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,356
Wed 13/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 25/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/4$1,358
Thu 21/514:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 28/523:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/4$1,363

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Return from

$1,179

One-way from

$601

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,518
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  • 4/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 25h 30m total
  • Auckland to Los Angeles
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  • Delta
  • 14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 05m total
  • Auckland to Southern California
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Return

Price

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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/5

13:00-06:05

Nonstop12h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

22:25-06:50

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,739

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

13:00-06:05

Nonstop12h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 14/5

22:25-06:50

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,739

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

23:55-12:45

1 stop17h 50m

$2,019

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-22:37

2 stops34h 37m

Los Angeles

Mon 22/6

20:10-17:45

2 stops26h 35m

$2,167

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

13:50-13:43

1 stop18h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/6

13:25-17:45

2 stops33h 20m

$2,198

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

07:00-18:05

2 stops30h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

07:30-17:45

2 stops39h 15m

$2,227

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/7

07:00-07:39

2 stops43h 39m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/7

22:35-00:35

1 stop31h 00m

$2,268

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/5

22:00-21:23

1 stop18h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/6

21:10-05:00

Nonstop12h 50m

$2,392

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/7

14:00-13:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/9

17:55-12:45

3 stops23h 50m

$2,470

AucklandOntario

AKL - ONT

AKLONT

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

07:00-09:41

2 stops21h 41m

Ontario

Wed 13/5

18:59-06:00

1 stop16h 01m

$2,486

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Best time to book a flight to Southern California

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Southern California

When is the best time to book a flight to Southern California?

The price you pay for your flight to Southern California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Southern California?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Southern California takes 17 hours 38 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.

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 $1,203
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $969
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,120
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,075

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Southern California are Air Canada, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska 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 24 April 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
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,025 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,644 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,664 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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, Air Canada 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 $85, however they can be found for as little as $75.

  • 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 have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?

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

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