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$606+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AKL
nov. 26 — dic. 31
mié. 11/26
mié. 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 27, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/27:59 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop15h 36mDelta
mié. 12/102:35 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop21h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/26$921
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/297:59 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop15h 36mDelta
sáb. 12/132:35 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop24h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/27$1,021
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
lun. 12/111:02 amSAN - CHC
2 stops26h 23mAir New Zealand
mar. 12/95:00 pmCHC - SAN
2 stops23h 52mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/26$1,050
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/186:48 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops29h 32mAlaska Airlines
mar. 12/911:30 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops18h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,136
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
jue. 11/207:48 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops28h 32mHawaiian Airlines
jue. 11/2711:30 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops21h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,271
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/218:45 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop35h 15mAir New Zealand
lun. 1/127:35 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop25h 07mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/26$1,315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/255:13 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops31h 07mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 11/2911:30 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops28h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,334
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/205:10 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop31h 10mAlaska Airlines
jue. 11/2711:30 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops21h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/285:00 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/94:25 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,383
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/38:08 pmSAN - CHC
2 stops54h 47mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/175:00 pmCHC - SAN
2 stops38h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,472
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/18:08 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops52h 57mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/73:05 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops40h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,518
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/35:55 pmSAN - CHC
2 stops32h 10mAir New Zealand
lun. 11/174:00 pmCHC - SAN
2 stops24h 52mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/26$1,580

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$856
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$606
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$899
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($248 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 octubre 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to New Zealand that are best for you.

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San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

lun. 1/19

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

lun. 2/9

3:50 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$921

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

mar. 12/2

7:59 pm-8:35 am

1 stop15h 36m

Auckland Intl

mié. 12/10

2:35 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop21h 48m

$921

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

lun. 1/19

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

jue. 2/12

3:50 pm-10:39 am

1 stop15h 49m

$921

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

mar. 12/9

7:59 pm-8:35 am

1 stop15h 36m

Auckland Intl

mar. 12/16

2:35 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$925

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

dom. 1/18

9:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops49h 50m

Auckland Intl

jue. 2/12

2:35 pm-9:19 am

1 stop15h 44m

$940

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

dom. 1/18

9:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops49h 50m

Auckland Intl

lun. 2/9

2:35 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops23h 03m

$940

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

dom. 1/18

6:15 am-8:35 am

2 stops53h 20m

Auckland Intl

mar. 2/10

2:35 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$940

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

lun. 1/19

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 2/14

3:50 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$971

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

lun. 1/19

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

dom. 2/15

3:50 pm-10:39 am

1 stop15h 49m

$971

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

lun. 1/19

3:45 pm-8:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

Auckland Intl

dom. 2/15

2:35 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop21h 47m

$971

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New Zealand

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $612). Flying from San Diego to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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 SAN to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 octubre 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to New Zealand is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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 octubre 27, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to New Zealand have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
518 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Zealand?

    For a flight from San Diego to New Zealand, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to New Zealand?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Air New Zealand can get you from San Diego to New Zealand in just under 15h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 19m. There are 6507 mi between San Diego and New Zealand. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to New Zealand?

    Most travelers choose San Diego - Auckland Intl, San Diego - Christchurch or San Diego - Queenstown Intl when deciding on the best route from San Diego to New Zealand.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Zealand?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $612). Flying from San Diego to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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 San Diego to New Zealand

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 octubre 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$794Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,066Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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