Sacramento

$649+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sacramento (SMF)

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SMF
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Sacramento

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,223
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$649
(StudentUniverse)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,000
Provider with most accurate pricing for Auckland Intl-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
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From New Zealand to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from New Zealand to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/151:50 pmAKL - SMF
1 stop19h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/228:30 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,223

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Sacramento

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/15

1:50 pm-2:26 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/22

8:30 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,223

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/10

11:30 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$649

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/10

1:55 pm-8:33 am

3 stops37h 38m

$665

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/10

6:15 am-11:39 am

2 stops48h 24m

$695

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/23

1:50 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$3,134

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/23

7:45 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$3,193

AucklandSacramento

AKL - SMF

AKLSMF

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/23

11:55 pm-6:37 pm

3 stops37h 42m

$4,935

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Deals found on 3/30

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New Zealand to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sacramento from New Zealand?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Sacramento.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $649. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Sacramento for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New Zealand to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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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