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$360+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to New Zealand

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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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$897
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One-way from

$495
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,236
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2310:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 40mFiji Airways
Fri 12/58:00 amAKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$886
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 11/710:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:25 amAKL - SFO
2 stops25h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$900
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 11/91:10 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops30h 40mAir Canada
Sun 11/302:00 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop19h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$901
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 11/1210:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/273:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$923
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 12/14:15 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 40mDelta
Tue 12/162:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/22$939
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1711:25 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/24:30 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$979
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2210:00 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 5/294:05 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop20h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/23$990
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/410:05 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/127:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/22$1,005
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 10/176:39 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops34h 06mAir Canada
Sun 11/25:10 amCHC - SFO
2 stops25h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,020
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/257:00 amSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/3011:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop17h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,042
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Tue 6/1711:05 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop17h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 7/75:15 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop14h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/22$1,047
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/210:05 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/305:00 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop14h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/23$1,049

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to New Zealand 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Salinas

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New Zealand

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Price

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

10:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/19

8:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$915

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

11:05 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop13h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/11

1:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop12h 10m

$924

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

11:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/5

7:55 pm-11:05 am

Nonstop12h 10m

$929

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

4:35 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/16

6:35 am-10:28 am

2 stops22h 53m

$949

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

10:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/29

4:05 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$990

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

10:05 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop12h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/12

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

$1,005

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

11:05 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 15m

Wellington

Mon 7/7

5:15 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$1,047

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 7/2

10:05 pm-8:55 am

1 stop15h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 7/30

5:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$1,049

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

7:48 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/18

1:20 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,087

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

11:26 am-12:10 pm

2 stops29h 44m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/29

3:20 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$1,107

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to New Zealand

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Salinas to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 S9N to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to New Zealand?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to New Zealand. 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 April 24, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to NZ0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Salinas to New Zealand, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and China Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,180 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
727 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.3
Very good
853 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
188 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 Salinas to New Zealand. 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 Salinas to New Zealand flight route?

    The Salinas to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 23 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $524. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Tahiti Nui and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to New Zealand for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Salinas to New Zealand?

    When deciding which route to take from Salinas to New Zealand consider San Francisco - Auckland Intl, San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Queenstown Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to New Zealand?

    Consider Air Canada (93%), Virgin Atlantic (93%) or United Airlines (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to New Zealand.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to New Zealand?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to New Zealand is generally $3,363, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $737. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), you can expect to pay $721 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Salinas to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 Salinas to New Zealand

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to New Zealand. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$400Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$471Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
DeltaCheapest$486Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$572Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$667Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$699Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$702Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$938Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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