$588+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Diego (SAN)
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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SAN
Mar 6 — Mar 131
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/199:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 3/224:41 pm
SAN
- CHC
2 stops59h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$1,199
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/412:00 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops26h 29m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/139:54 am
SAN
- CHC
1 stop27h 41m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/196:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 3/227:50 pm
SAN
- CHC
1 stop17h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,259
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/63:00 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops27h 59m
Air New Zealand
Fri 6/266:20 am
SAN
- CHC
2 stops30h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,283
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:45 pm
CHC
- SAN
3 stops27h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/64:21 pm
SAN
- CHC
3 stops28h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,327
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:40 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops27h 19m
Air New Zealand
Mon 4/611:01 am
SAN
- CHC
2 stops31h 24m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/2![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,567
Best flights from New Zealand to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/199:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 3/224:41 pm
SAN
- CHC
2 stops59h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$1,199
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/412:00 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops26h 29m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/139:54 am
SAN
- CHC
1 stop27h 41m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/196:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 3/227:50 pm
SAN
- CHC
1 stop17h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,259
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:45 pm
CHC
- SAN
3 stops27h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/64:21 pm
SAN
- CHC
3 stops28h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,327
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/63:00 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops27h 59m
Air New Zealand
Fri 6/266:20 am
SAN
- CHC
2 stops30h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,283
Last-minute flights from New Zealand to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego. Data last updated February 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego. Data last updated February 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/412:00 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops26h 29m
Air New Zealand
Fri 3/139:54 am
SAN
- CHC
1 stop27h 41m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/3![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/411:50 am
CHC
- SAN
3 stops25h 10m
American Airlines
Fri 3/134:41 pm
SAN
- CHC
2 stops24h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3![American Airlines logo]()
$1,656
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:50 pm
CHC
- SAN
3 stops47h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/138:00 am
SAN
- CHC
3 stops44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/199:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 3/224:41 pm
SAN
- CHC
2 stops59h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$1,199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/196:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops34h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 3/227:50 pm
SAN
- CHC
1 stop17h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,259
One-way flights from New Zealand to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from New Zealand to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 4/56:00 am
CHC
- SAN
2 stops49h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$588
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:45 pm
CHC
- SAN
3 stops27h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$682
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 4/69:25 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops42h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$728
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 4/48:30 am
CHC
- SAN
3 stops56h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$738
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 4/19:25 pm
CHC
- SAN
3 stops53h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$810
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/311:50 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops26h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$812
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/26:15 am
CHC
- SAN
3 stops45h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$824
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:10 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops45h 02m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/2![Air New Zealand logo]()
$883
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/44:35 pm
CHC
- SAN
2 stops64h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$884
Find flight deals from New Zealand to San Diego
Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Gurufare 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Gurufare 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,199 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $588 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $1,016 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to San Diego 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to San Diego that are best for you.
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San Diego
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Depart
Return
Price
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Thu 3/19
9:00 am-11:59 pm
2 stops34h 59m
San Diego
Sun 3/22
4:41 pm-11:55 pm
2 stops59h 14m
$1,199
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Wed 3/4
12:00 pm-5:29 pm
2 stops26h 29m
San Diego
Fri 3/13
9:54 am-9:35 am
1 stop27h 41m
$1,255
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Thu 3/19
6:00 am-8:53 pm
2 stops34h 53m
San Diego
Sun 3/22
7:50 pm-9:35 am
1 stop17h 45m
$1,259
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Sat 6/6
3:00 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops27h 59m
San Diego
Fri 6/26
6:20 am-8:10 am
2 stops30h 50m
$1,283
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Fri 4/3
4:45 pm-12:29 am
3 stops27h 44m
San Diego
Mon 4/6
4:21 pm-3:25 pm
3 stops28h 04m
$1,327
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Sun 4/5
6:00 am-12:46 pm
2 stops49h 46m
$588
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Fri 4/3
4:45 pm-12:29 am
3 stops27h 44m
$682
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Mon 4/6
9:25 pm-8:42 pm
2 stops42h 17m
$728
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Sat 4/4
8:30 am-9:11 pm
3 stops56h 41m
$738
ChristchurchSan Diego
CHC - SAN
CHCSAN
Christchurch
Wed 4/1
9:25 pm-7:22 am
3 stops53h 57m
$810
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Diego (average of $678). Flying from New Zealand to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,084). 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 San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated February 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to San Diego, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentDavid,Jan 2026
AKL - IAH
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentDavid,Jan 2026
AKL - IAH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,422 | Average$1,425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |