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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 22 July 2026.

Fri 11/1214:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 6/222:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,281
Mon 21/914:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 21/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,295
Sat 12/1217:30
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop15h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,302
Thu 10/1215:50
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/123:35
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,307
Sun 13/1214:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 7/222:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,310
Wed 18/1114:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 28/1122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,314
Mon 5/1007:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop26h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/1023:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,319
Mon 7/914:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Tue 22/923:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,322
Fri 16/1015:00
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 16/1023:55
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,326
Fri 11/1214:50
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 17/122:35
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,334
Sat 12/1215:50
AKL
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/123:35
LAX
-
AKL
Nonstop13h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,336
Mon 3/813:50
AKL
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ONT
1 stop27h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 16/806:08
ONT
-
AKL
1 stop28h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,767

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Return from

$1,281

One-way from

$556

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Average price

$1,721
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 11/12-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Auckland to Los Angeles
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  • 2/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Auckland to Southern California
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AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/12

15:50-07:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 17/1

23:35-09:55

Nonstop13h 20m

$1,336

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

14:35-05:55

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 29/11

22:05-08:15

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,356

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/8

15:20-17:05

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/8

21:50-15:05

1 stop22h 15m

$1,492

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/8

15:20-17:05

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

23:30-16:50

1 stop22h 20m

$1,492

AucklandOntario

AKL - ONT

AKLONT

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

19:50-20:01

1 stop19h 11m

Ontario

Wed 19/8

06:08-20:35

2 stops43h 27m

$1,770

AucklandSanta Ana

AKL - SNA

AKLSNA

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

13:50-12:06

1 stop17h 16m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 22/9

16:11-07:10

1 stop19h 59m

$1,842

AucklandBurbank

AKL - BUR

AKLBUR

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/10

14:50-10:10

1 stop15h 20m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 7/11

13:55-05:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,870

AucklandSanta Ana

AKL - SNA

AKLSNA

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/10

14:50-15:32

1 stop20h 42m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/11

15:05-05:45

1 stop17h 40m

$1,870

AucklandSanta Ana

AKL - SNA

AKLSNA

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/11

15:50-12:04

1 stop17h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 29/11

18:26-09:10

1 stop17h 44m

$2,000

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/8

13:50-18:04

1 stop23h 14m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

18:45-00:35

2 stops34h 50m

$2,142

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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 26 hours 50 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 Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,145
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $607
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $963
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,043

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Southern California are Air Canada, Delta 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).

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 16 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 22 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui,Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,066 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,834 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.4
Very Good
78 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 3
6.0
Good

Bruce,Dec 2025

LAX - PPT

Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.

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 $306, however they can be found for as little as $210.

  • 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 5 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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