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$432+ 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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AKL
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Tue 8/18
Tue 8/25
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 July 19, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 10/2711:35 pm
LAX
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AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sun 11/152:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/15$659
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1411:55 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/42:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/18$660
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 10/411:55 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 11/158:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/14$670
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Fri 12/410:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 12/138:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/14$674
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/112:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/18$677
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/210:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/98:00 am
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/15$680
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/210:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/112:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/16$688
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Mon 9/711:55 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 9/212:00 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/16$693
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3111:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop28h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 11/132:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/18$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2511:35 pm
LAX
-
AKL
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/112:50 pm
AKL
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/15$710
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:25 pm
SNA
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AKL
2 stops21h 50m
Delta
Fri 11/132:35 pm
AKL
-
SNA
2 stops24h 33m
Delta
Deal found 7/18$751
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:55 am
SNA
-
AKL
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Tue 11/102:35 pm
AKL
-
SNA
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/18$757

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 July 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$659
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$432
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,002

Good round-trip deal

$775 or less

Good one-way deal

$568 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to New Zealand.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to New Zealand.
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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 July 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 10/29

10:05 pm-7:15 am

Nonstop13h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/15

2:35 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop12h 20m

$746

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/26

10:45 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/14

7:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop19h 30m

$798

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 9/17

11:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 10/14

4:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$935

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 9/15

11:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop29h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 10/14

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$935

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 9/15

11:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 10/16

12:55 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$964

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 10/12

11:10 pm-12:20 am

1 stop29h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 11/10

6:50 pm-8:05 am

2 stops34h 15m

$964

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Sun 11/22

7:45 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

6:50 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

$976

Los AngelesQueenstown

LAX - ZQN

LAXZQN

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

11:30 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/24

3:25 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$977

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

7:45 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/27

6:50 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

$980

Los AngelesAuckland

LAX - AKL

LAXAKL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

4:10 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/31

6:50 am-10:21 am

2 stops23h 31m

$986

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Best time to book a flight from California to New Zealand

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Zealand (average of $800). Flying from California to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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 July 19, 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 July 19, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to NZ0 are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to New Zealand?

The price you pay for your flight from California to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines can get you from California to New Zealand in just under 17h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 11m. There are 6522 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 Fiji Airways ($251), American Airlines ($393), and Qantas Airways ($396).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Zealand (average of $800). Flying from California to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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 10 airlines flying from California to New Zealand

Discover the top 10 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 July 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$147Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$499Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$521Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$526Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$608Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
American AirlinesCheapest$646Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$660Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$705Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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