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$322+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to California

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AKL — LAX
nov. 25 — dic. 21
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This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/42:00 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops24h 31mAir Canada
mié. 12/118:40 amSFO - AKL
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$703
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/252:05 pmAKL - LAX
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
dom. 12/810:35 pmLAX - AKL
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/18$814
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/233:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/2611:40 amSFO - AKL
1 stop36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$826
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/242:00 pmAKL - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAir Canada
sáb. 1/185:10 pmLAX - AKL
1 stop20h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$868
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/253:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/810:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$877
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/252:50 pmAKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 15mDelta
dom. 12/810:30 pmLAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/20$879
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/252:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop19h 40mDelta
dom. 12/812:50 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/19$884
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/246:00 amWLG - LAX
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/79:20 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$888
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/256:05 amAKL - SFO
1 stop23h 15mQantas Airways
dom. 12/810:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/20$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/252:05 pmAKL - LAX
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/87:45 amLAX - AKL
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$905
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/1411:30 pmAKL - LAX
1 stop18h 35mHawaiian Airlines
mar. 1/75:00 pmLAX - AKL
1 stop31h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$936
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/258:10 pmAKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/87:15 amLAX - AKL
1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$937

Find flights from New Zealand to California within your budget

Customize 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

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ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

lun. 2/24

6:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 25m

San Francisco

dom. 3/9

4:35 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$645

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

lun. 2/24

6:20 am-1:56 pm

2 stops28h 36m

San Francisco

dom. 3/9

6:50 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$656

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

jue. 1/23

6:00 am-4:06 pm

2 stops31h 06m

Los Angeles

vie. 1/31

5:10 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$662

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

lun. 4/28

1:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

lun. 5/5

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 45m

$686

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

jue. 1/16

2:50 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop12h 15m

Los Angeles

sáb. 1/25

10:45 pm-8:55 am

Nonstop13h 10m

$690

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

mié. 12/4

2:00 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops24h 31m

San Francisco

mié. 12/11

8:40 am-11:00 am

2 stops29h 20m

$703

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

mié. 1/15

2:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

sáb. 1/25

5:10 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 50m

$707

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

jue. 2/6

2:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

dom. 2/23

9:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$720

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

sáb. 11/23

3:30 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

mar. 11/26

11:40 am-9:20 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$826

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

jue. 4/24

1:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 5/2

1:20 pm-6:35 am

2 stops46h 15m

$838

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $240). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

When flying from New Zealand to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 noviembre 20, 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 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hawaiian Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from New Zealand to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

8.7
Very good
68 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

8.3
Very good
778 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

8.1
Very good
201 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

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

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $322. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to California for a low price.

  • 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 vacation 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to California (average of $240). Flying from New Zealand to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to California

Discover the top 7 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$639Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$691Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$710Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$712Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$789Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Air New ZealandCheapest$790Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$824Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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