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$2,708+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — AKL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:00 amSBA - AKL
1 stop27h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/48:10 pmAKL - SBA
1 stop24h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$2,708
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 12/2012:41 pmSBA - AKL
2 stops24h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/43:50 pmAKL - SBA
2 stops27h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,741
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 12/2012:00 pmSBA - AKL
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:35 pmAKL - SBA
2 stops38h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,913
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:50 amSBA - AKL
3 stops30h 05mDelta
Sun 1/42:50 pmAKL - SBA
3 stops30h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/11$4,760
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:41 pmSBA - AKL
2 stops66h 14mQatar Airways
Sat 1/31:40 amAKL - SBA
3 stops61h 34mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$5,886

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Santa Barbara 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.

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).

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to New Zealand?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Zealand. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to New Zealand?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Santa Barbara 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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