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$496+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AKL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New Zealand

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$879
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$496
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,359
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From San Diego to New Zealand
One-way flight from San Diego to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($179 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/124:55 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
Sun 5/256:35 amAKL - SAN
2 stops28h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 2/18$879
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/217:30 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/311:30 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$911
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 2/285:40 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop18h 15mDelta
Sat 3/151:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop23h 09mDelta
Deal found 2/19$1,018
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 2/194:01 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop20h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/263:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop17h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,026
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1210:30 amSAN - AKL
1 stop24h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/268:15 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop18h 32mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/19$1,099
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/277:30 pmSAN - CHC
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:05 amCHC - SAN
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,210
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:30 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops23h 10mFiji Airways
Wed 10/153:10 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops22h 54mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,257
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/274:04 pmSAN - CHC
2 stops34h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:10 amCHC - SAN
2 stops27h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,369
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/277:24 pmSAN - CHC
2 stops21h 01mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/85:45 amCHC - SAN
3 stops37h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$1,532
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:05 amSAN - AKL
2 stops36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/91:20 amAKL - SAN
2 stops35h 46mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,759
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/236:15 amSAN - ZQN
2 stops29h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/258:25 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops34h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$2,163
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:45 pmSAN - AKL
3 stops26h 20mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/101:15 pmAKL - SAN
3 stops29h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$2,194

Find flights from San Diego to New Zealand within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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San Diego

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New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 5/12

4:55 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/25

6:35 am-4:09 pm

2 stops28h 34m

$879

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 3/21

7:30 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops49h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/3

11:30 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$911

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Wed 3/26

10:55 am-7:55 am

1 stop25h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/10

1:00 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop20h 52m

$1,022

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Tue 3/4

1:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/18

2:50 pm-10:04 am

1 stop15h 14m

$1,026

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 5/12

10:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop24h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/26

8:15 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop18h 32m

$1,099

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/27

7:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 4/8

6:05 am-11:10 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,210

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/27

4:04 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops34h 51m

Christchurch

Wed 4/9

6:10 am-2:54 pm

2 stops27h 44m

$1,369

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Tue 7/1

4:30 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Wellington

Thu 7/31

9:45 am-11:41 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,479

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Fri 6/20

7:27 pm-10:10 am

2 stops19h 43m

Wellington

Thu 7/10

4:45 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$1,484

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/27

7:24 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops21h 01m

Christchurch

Tue 4/8

5:45 am-11:59 pm

3 stops37h 14m

$1,532

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/19

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from San Diego 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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When flying from San Diego to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from San Diego to New Zealand have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to New Zealand?

    For a flight from San Diego to New Zealand, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $496. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $707 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $901 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from San Diego 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$814Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$864Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,195Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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