$963 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to New Zealand

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,215
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,522
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,759
Auckland
Auckland2 stops$1,215
Wellington
Wellington2 stops$2,522
Queenstown
Queenstown2 stops$1,759

Book Cheap San Diego to New Zealand Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Diego to New Zealand that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from San Diego to New Zealand

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
Air Canada Logo
12:45 - 16:50SAN-AKL
31h 05m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:00 - 11:03AKL-SAN
19h 03m1 stop
$1,215Air Canada
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Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Air Canada Logo
18:10 - 17:20SAN-AKL
26h 10m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:15 - 17:24AKL-SAN
32h 09m2 stops
$1,222Air Canada
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Sat, 8 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
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18:10 - 00:25SAN-AKL
33h 15m2 stops
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07:00 - 17:24AKL-SAN
31h 24m2 stops
$1,364
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Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 11 May
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18:10 - 11:00SAN-AKL
19h 50m1 stop
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06:15 - 12:02AKL-SAN
24h 47m2 stops
$1,405
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Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 09:10SAN-AKL
23h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 14:58AKL-SAN
20h 08m1 stop
$1,435United Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:10SAN-AKL
29h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 10:41AKL-SAN
15h 51m1 stop
$1,448United Airlines
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Mon, 17 Nov - Thu, 18 Dec
Delta Logo
06:15 - 08:35SAN-AKL
29h 20m2 stops
Delta Logo
14:35 - 12:00AKL-SAN
18h 25m2 stops
$1,457Delta
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Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 19 Feb
American Airlines Logo
07:10 - 09:10SAN-AKL
29h 00m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 20:10AKL-SAN
27h 50m1 stop
$1,479American Airlines
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Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 19 Feb
American Airlines Logo
12:51 - 09:10SAN-AKL
23h 19m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 20:10AKL-SAN
27h 50m1 stop
$1,482American Airlines
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Mon, 10 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
Delta Logo
10:00 - 08:35SAN-AKL
25h 35m1 stop
Delta Logo
14:35 - 09:19AKL-SAN
15h 44m1 stop
$1,532Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to New Zealand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to New Zealand is October, when tickets cost $1,511 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is $3,053 and $2,752 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to New Zealand?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from San Diego to New Zealand, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$963
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Diego to Auckland

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • Which airport in New Zealand has on-site hotels?

    Wellington Airport has two on-site hotels at Wellington Airport where passengers can check-in. There are Rydges Wellington Airport in the International Arrivals connected to the terminal providing complimentary shuttle services to the city centers of Wellington if you land at the airport late in the night and Airport Motor Lodge located about a 6-minute walk to the terminal.

  • Which financial services are available at AKL airport?

    AKL airport offers currency exchange services essential to international travelers. Travelex offers Travelex Money Transfer and Money Exchange services at the International Terminal. Travelex services also include Travelex TravelCard purchase that helps you save travel money. All major currencies are available from Travelex in the domestic and international terminals.

  • Are there passenger-accessible parking facilities at SAN airport?

    Yes. SAN airport offers various ample parking spaces to its travelers. Short-term parking services are offered in Terminal 1 and 2 parking lots connected to the terminals by covered walkways. If you need long-term parking use the parking lot on Harbor Drive and Winship Lane.

  • Does SAN airport offer pet-friendly facilities?

    Yes. SAN airport provides pet-friendly facilities for traveling animals. There is a fenced and grassy outdoor pet relief area outside Terminal 1 where you can take your furry friend to run, have fun, and hydrate while waiting for the flight. Other pet relief areas are on the West side concourse, near gate 47 where pets can relieve themselves.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to New Zealand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to New Zealand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to New Zealand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from San Diego to New Zealand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to New Zealand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from San Diego to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to New Zealand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from San Diego to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $900 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $900.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • San Diego International Airport is an ideal option for disabled travelers because it has improved accessibility to cater to travelers with special needs. Accessible toilets, lifts, and change rooms are located throughout the airport. TDD telephones for deaf travelers and mobility carts are also available. Park and ride services are provided for disabled travelers, making it easier to get to the terminal.
  • SAN airport has public art programs for life-enriching art experiences. Before boarding, check out the public artworks displayed in the airport terminal and gate areas. Temporary exhibitions and major artworks are also displayed to its passengers as a part of its Terminal 1, 2, and 3 buildings. You can also enjoy performing arts offered in the terminals while waiting for your flight.
  • Auckland International Airport (AKL) is one of New Zealand's airports with VIP Lounges designated for use by corporate travelers. The international terminal hosts Air New Zealand International Lounge, Qantas International Lounge, Strata Lounge and Emirates Lounge offering food, refreshments, computers, fax, printers, newspapers, magazines, TV, and showers to business class passengers.
  • Family travelers will be glad to land at Wellington Airport (WLG) as it provides family facilities. It has a family-friendly parent's room on Level 1 with children's high chairs. The mothers' room in the main terminal is equipped with a sink, comfortable seating, and a cupboard with a baby changing unit are also available. You will also find baby changing tables in the international arrivals.
  • Christchurch Airport (CHC) in New Zealand offers various ground transportation options to its arriving travelers. There are taxi services outside the International Arrivals Hall with Corporate Cabs, Blue Star Taxis, Gold Band Taxis, and First Direct Taxis as the official operators. Group travelers who want to get to the city center should consider Metro Bus. Car hire services are offered next to the baggage reclaim area in the International Arrivals Hall.

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