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$365+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to California

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AKL — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$713
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$365
(BYOjet)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$831

Good round-trip deal

$992 or less

Good one-way deal

$519 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/31:55 pmAKL - LAX
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Tue 6/1011:55 pmLAX - AKL
1 stop27h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$713
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/11:00 pmAKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mDelta
Thu 5/810:29 pmLAX - AKL
Nonstop13h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/30$794
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/123:55 pmAKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3111:55 pmLAX - AKL
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$836
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:50 amAKL - LAS
2 stops36h 59mAir Canada
Sun 11/24:50 pmLAS - AKL
2 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$842
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/107:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/1711:05 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/30$872
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/253:10 pmAKL - LAS
2 stops27h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:00 amLAS - AKL
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$882
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/107:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1711:20 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$884
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/64:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1410:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$915
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/248:15 pmAKL - LAX
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 9/269:10 pmLAX - AKL
Nonstop12h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/30$922
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/131:55 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Sun 9/710:35 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$927
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/81:00 pmAKL - LAS
1 stop24h 49mDelta
Wed 5/145:10 pmLAS - AKL
2 stops42h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/30$928
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/64:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops20h 20mAir Tahiti Nui
Fri 11/144:05 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops24h 35mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 4/30$943

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/3

1:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/10

11:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$713

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/12

3:55 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop12h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

11:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$836

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/22

6:50 am-11:49 pm

2 stops36h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/2

4:50 pm-12:30 am

2 stops34h 40m

$842

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

11:05 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop13h 05m

$872

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/25

3:10 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$882

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

11:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$884

AucklandLos Angeles

AKL - LAX

AKLLAX

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/24

8:15 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

9:10 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop12h 50m

$922

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/13

1:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

10:35 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$927

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/23

2:00 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops24h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

6:10 am-7:55 am

2 stops29h 45m

$960

AucklandLas Vegas

AKL - LAS

AKLLAS

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/9

7:45 pm-7:58 am

1 stop31h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 6/15

6:00 am-6:00 am

1 stop29h 00m

$987

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to California (average of $246). Flying from Auckland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 AKL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 May 1, 2025.

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

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to California, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and China Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,186 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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
190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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 Auckland to California. 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 from for flights from Auckland to California?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to California. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city center.

  • How popular is this Auckland to California flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to California flight path was viewed by 8 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 Auckland to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $365 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $381 and Delta from $397 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Auckland to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Auckland to California consider Auckland Intl - Los Angeles, Auckland Intl - Ontario or Auckland Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Auckland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Qantas Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to California is $343. On average you can expect to pay $1,167. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $731.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to California (average of $246). Flying from Auckland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Auckland to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$621Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$623Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$666Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$707Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$789Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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