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$805+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to New Zealand

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SAN — AKL
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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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,068
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$805
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,284
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From San Diego to New Zealand
One-way flight from San Diego to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 29, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/204:55 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Thu 10/307:00 amAKL - SAN
2 stops24h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$903
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:45 amSAN - AKL
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/158:10 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop18h 39mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,091
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:15 amSAN - AKL
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/48:15 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops22h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:10 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/51:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:40 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops30h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1611:30 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop17h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,141
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/94:50 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop31h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/1611:30 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop17h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:59 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop19h 56mDelta
Wed 12/172:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop25h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/11:00 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops26h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/153:50 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops26h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,206
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/2711:15 amSAN - CHC
2 stops26h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/38:10 pmCHC - SAN
2 stops22h 36mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,249
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/208:40 pmSAN - WLG
2 stops41h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 7/105:15 pmWLG - SAN
2 stops25h 29mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,313
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/234:55 pmSAN - WLG
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/276:05 amWLG - SAN
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,357
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:30 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops22h 10mFiji Airways
Fri 1/94:25 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops22h 39mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,749

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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 April 29, 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 Diego

Fly to

New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 10/20

4:55 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops24h 05m

$903

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:00 am-6:00 am

1 stop26h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/30

7:55 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop20h 21m

$1,091

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Wed 5/28

6:15 am-6:00 am

2 stops28h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/4

8:15 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$1,096

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Thu 5/29

4:10 pm-7:10 am

1 stop20h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/5

1:50 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$1,127

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Tue 5/27

11:15 am-8:55 am

2 stops26h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 6/3

8:10 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$1,249

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Fri 6/20

8:40 pm-8:40 am

2 stops41h 00m

Wellington

Thu 7/10

5:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$1,313

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Fri 5/23

4:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Wellington

Tue 5/27

6:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$1,357

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 9/26

10:18 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops52h 52m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/30

12:55 am-4:31 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$1,998

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Tue 7/1

5:35 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops25h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/14

1:25 pm-11:42 pm

3 stops29h 17m

$2,213

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Tue 5/27

4:44 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Christchurch

Tue 6/3

1:15 pm-7:25 am

3 stops37h 10m

$2,590

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from San Diego to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Emirates from San Diego to New Zealand have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

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  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from San Diego to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$814Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$864Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,220Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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