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$335+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from California to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Tue 3/38:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$567
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1010:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 2/202:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$568
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/410:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 2/112:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$571
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 1/3010:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 2/112:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/26$573
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/1110:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 3/132:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/27$574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 2/2810:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Tue 3/102:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$575
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2510:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/12:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/26$576
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2711:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Wed 4/87:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop24h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/27$577
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:55 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop20h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 4/127:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop24h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$578
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1510:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Thu 2/262:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/27$586
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2811:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/92:00 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$587
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 5/511:55 pm
LAX
-
WLG
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/219:15 am
WLG
-
LAX
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$668

Find flight deals from California to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$567
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$335
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$807

Good round-trip deal

$693 or less

Good one-way deal

$419 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

11:35 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/13

2:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$638

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

11:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$638

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

10:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/25

2:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$642

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

10:20 pm-7:35 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$670

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

10:20 pm-7:35 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/18

1:35 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$670

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

10:20 pm-8:35 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/18

1:35 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$670

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:20 pm-8:35 am

Nonstop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/11

1:35 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$670

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sat 3/21

11:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 3/28

2:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$687

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Fri 3/13

11:35 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/12

2:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$688

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

11:35 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$688

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Best time to book a flight from California to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to New Zealand

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Zealand (average of $89). Flying from California to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $685). 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 CA to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 January 29, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to NZ0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California to New Zealand flight route?

    Flights from California to New Zealand have been viewed 28 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to New Zealand?

    Fiji Airways, Delta, and Air Canada can get you from California to New Zealand in just under 13h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 40m. There are 6512 mi between California and New Zealand. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to New Zealand are Air Canada ($282), American Airlines ($308), and Alaska Airlines ($308).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Zealand (average of $89). Flying from California to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $685). 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 California to New Zealand

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$163Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$368Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$441Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$516Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$519Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$529Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$766Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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