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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $663

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) to California (USCA). 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 21 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,193

One-way from

$663
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/2-17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 25h 30m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • New Zealand to California
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 December 2024.

Tue 24/1216:05AKL - SFO
2 stops21h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/121:53SFO - AKL
2 stops42h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,619
Tue 24/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop21h 06mAir Canada
Sun 29/1216:35SFO - AKL
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 21/12$1,644
Tue 31/1216:05AKL - LAX
1 stop14h 45mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 21/122:45LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 55mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 19/12$1,656
Wed 25/1214:00AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAir Canada
Mon 6/117:05LAX - AKL
1 stop20h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 20/12$1,741
Tue 24/1216:05AKL - SFO
2 stops20h 18mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 29/1210:09SFO - AKL
2 stops30h 31mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 21/12$1,743
Sat 21/1215:30AKL - LAX
1 stop17h 20mFiji Airways
Sat 4/122:35LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,764
Mon 23/1207:30AKL - LAX
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/112:10LAX - AKL
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,778
Mon 23/1206:00WLG - LAX
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/117:05LAX - WLG
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,792
Tue 24/1215:50AKL - SFO
1 stop22h 44mQantas Airways
Mon 20/116:08SFO - AKL
2 stops28h 42mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,831
Wed 25/1215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 5/123:30LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,833
Tue 24/1215:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/109:15LAX - AKL
1 stop27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/12$1,841
Tue 24/1206:00WLG - LAX
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 29/1221:20LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,845

Find flights from New Zealand to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to California 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

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ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 15/2

06:10-16:06

2 stops30h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

12:10-22:55

2 stops37h 45m

$1,281

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

15:50-06:55

Nonstop12h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

22:22-00:30

1 stop29h 08m

$1,281

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/2

14:00-13:56

1 stop20h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

16:35-11:00

1 stop21h 25m

$1,285

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/2

14:00-13:41

1 stop20h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

17:10-16:50

2 stops26h 40m

$1,301

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/2

06:25-19:05

2 stops33h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/3

07:40-11:00

1 stop30h 20m

$1,325

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/2

14:05-11:50

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

22:35-14:10

1 stop18h 35m

$1,331

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

13:20-21:15

1 stop28h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

14:55-09:25

1 stop21h 30m

$1,401

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

14:50-06:04

Nonstop12h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

22:39-08:55

Nonstop13h 16m

$1,424

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/1

23:30-21:10

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/1

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,446

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/1

23:30-19:45

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 29/1

07:45-21:20

1 stop16h 35m

$1,477

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to California

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to California

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $763). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 December 2024.

The most flights from NZ0 to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

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

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 California. Reviews last updated 21 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as United Airlines, China Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
474 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this New Zealand to California flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to California have been viewed 5,952 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to California one-way?

    $663 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $712 and $714, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $763). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 9 airlines flying from New Zealand to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to California. 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 21 December 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$796Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,086Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$1,188Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,190Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,242Average$2,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,297Average$2,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,431Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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