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$687+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — AKL
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sun 11/9
Sun 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 10/288:33 pmSMF - AKL
1 stop15h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/63:50 pmAKL - SMF
1 stop24h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$862
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:59 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops27h 01mQantas Airways
Fri 11/77:35 amAKL - SMF
2 stops25h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/9$912
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/412:15 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/116:10 amAKL - SMF
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$938
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Tue 11/46:45 amSMF - AKL
1 stop26h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/113:50 pmAKL - SMF
1 stop14h 33mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/7$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/214:30 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops25h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 11/286:10 amAKL - SMF
2 stops26h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/7$963
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:15 amSMF - AKL
1 stop27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/281:20 pmAKL - SMF
2 stops23h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$967
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 11/410:34 amSMF - AKL
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:55 amAKL - SMF
2 stops31h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/222:31 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops38h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/73:50 pmAKL - SMF
1 stop14h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,071
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Tue 10/286:00 pmSMF - AKL
2 stops24h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 11/67:15 pmAKL - SMF
2 stops61h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/8$1,086
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Wed 10/2210:34 amSMF - AKL
1 stop23h 26mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/78:10 pmAKL - SMF
1 stop21h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,321

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated October 10, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$861
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$687
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,171
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 October 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Depart

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SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

8:30 pm-9:10 am

1 stop15h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$861

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

4:46 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 24m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop20h 36m

$861

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-9:10 am

1 stop25h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

2:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop14h 35m

$861

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

8:30 pm-9:10 am

1 stop15h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/11

2:50 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$861

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/26

5:58 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 07m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

1:15 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$862

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

8:33 pm-8:10 am

1 stop15h 37m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/6

3:50 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$862

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

1:30 pm-8:35 am

2 stops22h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

1:35 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops22h 31m

$866

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

10:55 am-9:10 am

1 stop25h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/13

2:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop14h 35m

$911

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

10:55 am-9:10 am

1 stop25h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/10

2:50 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$911

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

5:58 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 07m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/9

7:35 am-5:34 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$927

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand (average of $360). Flying from Sacramento to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 SMF to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 October 10, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

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 October 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines from Sacramento to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
513 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,966 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to New Zealand. 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 Sacramento to New Zealand?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Sacramento to New Zealand can take about 15h 40m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $861. Sacramento and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 6608 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand (average of $360). Flying from Sacramento to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to New Zealand

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 October 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$635Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$639Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$958Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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