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$490+ 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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — AKL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to New Zealand

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 March 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 5/412:18 pm
SMF
-
AKL
2 stops29h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/118:15 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$1,102
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Mon 11/22:15 pm
SMF
-
AKL
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Tue 11/102:35 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop22h 55m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$1,185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 5/48:55 pm
SMF
-
AKL
1 stop38h 55m
Delta
Mon 5/111:00 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop16h 39m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$1,247
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Mon 8/316:40 pm
SMF
-
AKL
2 stops24h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/77:50 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop23h 06m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/17$1,353
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sun 8/236:30 am
SMF
-
AKL
2 stops37h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 8/318:15 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop16h 43m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/17$1,363
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/51:55 pm
SMF
-
AKL
1 stop21h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/208:15 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop19h 27m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/20$1,380
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:34 pm
SMF
-
AKL
2 stops27h 31m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/206:10 am
AKL
-
SMF
2 stops23h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,400
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 5/58:16 pm
SMF
-
AKL
1 stop38h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/228:15 pm
AKL
-
SMF
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,408

Find 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 March 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,102
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$490
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,096
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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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

8:55 pm-6:50 am

1 stop38h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/11

1:00 pm-10:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

$1,247

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

8:16 pm-6:00 am

1 stop38h 44m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/22

8:15 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$1,408
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

8:22 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/21

8:15 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop21h 41m

$1,471

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

10:45 am-12:35 am

2 stops42h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/20

8:15 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,471

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

4:34 pm-12:30 am

2 stops36h 56m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/21

6:20 pm-6:58 pm

2 stops43h 38m

$1,794

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

8:00 am-4:50 pm

3 stops37h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/20

4:05 pm-6:14 pm

3 stops45h 09m

$1,815
Cheapest one-way

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/19

6:52 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops46h 53m

$490
Quickest one-way

SacramentoAuckland

SMF - AKL

SMFAKL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

8:27 am-6:20 pm

2 stops38h 53m

$895

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Deals found on 3/22

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand (average of $378). Flying from Sacramento to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $850). 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.

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 March 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Delta, andUnited 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,319 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,458 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
616 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

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 26h 23m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,471. Sacramento and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 6608 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New Zealand (average of $378). Flying from Sacramento to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $850). 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$775Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$952Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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