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$486+ 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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AKL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New Zealand

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 January 29, 2026.

This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/16:05 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop19h 55m
Air Canada
Mon 3/161:00 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop24h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$726
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/114:45 pm
SAN
-
AKL
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/256:10 am
AKL
-
SAN
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$728
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/134:45 pm
SAN
-
AKL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/276:10 am
AKL
-
SAN
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$746
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/612:45 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop25h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 5/116:10 am
AKL
-
SAN
2 stops28h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$771
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/34:00 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop20h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 2/173:50 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop17h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$785
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/16:15 am
SAN
-
AKL
2 stops29h 20m
Delta
Mon 3/161:35 pm
AKL
-
SAN
2 stops39h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$788
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/111:19 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop22h 51m
American Airlines
Sat 2/141:20 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop23h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$789
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 1/292:55 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop20h 40m
Delta
Thu 2/192:35 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop20h 56m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$793
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/1810:40 am
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop24h 55m
Delta
Sun 3/81:35 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop21h 19m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$794
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 4/247:12 pm
SAN
-
AKL
2 stops40h 38m
Delta
Thu 4/301:00 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$798
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/1810:40 am
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop24h 55m
Delta
Sat 3/72:35 pm
AKL
-
SAN
2 stops28h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$799
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:50 pm
SAN
-
AKL
1 stop16h 20m
United Airlines
Fri 3/63:50 pm
AKL
-
SAN
1 stop37h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$801

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$726
(flugladen.de)

One-way from

$486
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,554
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One-way flight from San Diego to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($299 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 29, 2026.
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

Mon 4/20

6:10 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/30

6:10 am-5:24 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$771

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-8:35 am

2 stops29h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/16

1:35 pm-8:45 am

2 stops39h 10m

$788

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 3/6

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop16h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/11

1:50 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$794

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Wed 2/18

3:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/7

2:35 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$794

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 3/9

4:00 pm-8:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/23

2:50 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop23h 43m

$794

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Wed 2/18

10:40 am-8:35 am

1 stop24h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/8

1:35 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$794

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 4/24

7:12 pm-6:50 am

2 stops40h 38m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/30

1:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$798

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Sat 3/7

9:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/14

1:35 pm-9:07 am

1 stop15h 32m

$799

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Wed 4/29

6:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$802

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Mon 4/27

6:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$820

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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 $598). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
577 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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?

    Air Canada, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from San Diego to New Zealand in just under 25h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 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 - Wellington 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 $598). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$788Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,050Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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