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Cheap flights from New Zealand to California from $547

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — LAX
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
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 November 2024.

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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 November 2024.

Mon 25/1114:50AKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mDelta
Sun 8/1222:30LAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 20/11$1,199
Fri 22/1108:00AKL - LAX
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1111:30LAX - AKL
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,306
Mon 25/1114:05AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Sun 8/1222:35LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,382
Sat 23/1115:30AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1111:40SFO - AKL
1 stop36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,403
Sat 23/1115:30AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Thu 28/1122:00SFO - AKL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/11$1,406
Tue 24/1214:00AKL - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAir Canada
Sat 18/117:10LAX - AKL
1 stop20h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11$1,474
Mon 25/1115:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1222:45SFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,491
Mon 25/1114:50AKL - SFO
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Sun 8/1213:39SFO - AKL
2 stops22h 16mDelta
Deal found 19/11$1,501
Mon 25/1119:10WLG - LAX
1 stop31h 55mJetstar
Sun 8/1222:30LAX - WLG
1 stop35h 35mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$1,503
Tue 24/1206:00WLG - LAX
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/121:20LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,508
Mon 25/1106:05AKL - SFO
1 stop23h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 8/1222:45SFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$1,512
Sat 14/1223:30AKL - LAX
1 stop36h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/107:00LAX - AKL
1 stop17h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,590

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 149,782 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 23/1

06:00-16:06

2 stops31h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 31/1

17:10-15:20

2 stops25h 10m

$1,124

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/1

14:05-11:50

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 21/1

22:35-23:40

1 stop28h 05m

$1,170

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/1

14:50-06:05

Nonstop12h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

22:45-08:55

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,172

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/1

14:00-11:10

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

17:10-11:00

1 stop20h 50m

$1,201

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 24/2

06:10-15:35

2 stops30h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

14:45-23:35

2 stops36h 50m

$1,202

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/4

06:35-15:46

2 stops28h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/5

11:40-14:50

2 stops32h 10m

$1,313

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/1

14:00-12:11

1 stop19h 11m

San Francisco

Fri 31/1

07:45-21:20

1 stop16h 35m

$1,416

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/4

13:00-12:36

1 stop18h 36m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/5

17:45-06:35

2 stops41h 50m

$1,430

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/1

23:30-05:00

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/1

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,467

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/1

14:05-11:50

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/1

07:00-21:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,471

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $733). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 November 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 November 2024.

The most flights from NZ0 to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to California, such as Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
778 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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 6,285 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $547 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $662 and $723, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $733). Flying from New Zealand to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to California

Discover the top 10 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 149,782 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$943Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,045Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,057Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,093Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,161Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,184Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,193Average$1,941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,247Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,367Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,375Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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