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$541+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — AKL
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/2912:43 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop23h 27mQantas Airways
Sat 12/131:20 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop20h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$859
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/209:54 amSAN - AKL
1 stop26h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/273:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop29h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$866
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/205:10 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/274:20 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$869
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 12/612:43 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop23h 27mQantas Airways
Sat 12/131:20 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop23h 28mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$958
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/296:15 amSAN - AKL
2 stops29h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/133:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop20h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$959
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/2912:50 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/133:50 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops21h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$964
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/191:10 pmSAN - AKL
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/33:50 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop29h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$966
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 12/610:47 amSAN - AKL
1 stop25h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/133:50 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,064
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Wed 11/196:48 pmSAN - AKL
2 stops53h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/32:00 pmAKL - SAN
1 stop19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/199:43 amSAN - AKL
2 stops25h 52mDelta
Wed 12/32:35 pmAKL - SAN
2 stops24h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/12$1,135
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 12/278:45 pmSAN - ZQN
2 stops38h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/34:50 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops41h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/12$2,608
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Sat 12/279:00 amSAN - ZQN
3 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/312:10 pmZQN - SAN
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$3,924

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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$839
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$541
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,144
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($260 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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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 November 13, 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

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New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Tue 2/3

1:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/17

3:50 pm-10:39 am

1 stop15h 49m

$850

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Mon 3/9

3:59 pm-7:35 am

1 stop19h 36m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/23

1:35 pm-3:22 pm

1 stop21h 47m

$859

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 3/6

11:57 am-9:10 am

1 stop24h 13m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/11

1:50 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$909

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Tue 2/3

4:00 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/17

1:20 pm-3:57 pm

1 stop23h 37m

$920

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Sat 11/29

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/13

3:50 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$959

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 3/6

3:44 pm-8:35 am

1 stop19h 51m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/11

1:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$974

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-8:35 am

2 stops29h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/25

2:35 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$974

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Thu 3/5

9:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops25h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/14

1:35 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$974

San DiegoAuckland

SAN - AKL

SANAKL

San Diego

Sat 2/7

3:12 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 58m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/22

1:20 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop23h 31m

$1,009

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/12

4:04 pm-11:25 am

2 stops23h 21m

Christchurch

Mon 3/16

2:00 pm-5:53 pm

2 stops23h 53m

$1,209

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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 $606). 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 November 13, 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 November 13, 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
526 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
526 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
526 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
526 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,016 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
526 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.

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 Qantas Airways can get you from San Diego to New Zealand in just under 19h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 39m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to New Zealand one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $604. Delta flights start at $681 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $1,553 one-way.

  • 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 $606). 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$791Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$794Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,066Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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