What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to New Zealand?

American Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to New Zealand

What airlines fly to New Zealand?

Air New Zealand, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from San Diego according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?

As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:45 pm - 6:25 pmSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

6:20 am - 3:55 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 35m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$910Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

5:15 pm - 12:30 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

35h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

6:00 am - 3:55 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$946Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

4:45 pm - 6:25 pmSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

8:00 am - 3:55 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

28h 55m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$951Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

5:15 pm - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

27h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:50 am - 4:25 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$1,230Air New Zealand

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4

5:15 pm - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

27h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:50 am - 3:55 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$1,271Air New Zealand

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5:15 pm - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

27h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

8:05 pm - 4:25 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

41h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$1,341Air New Zealand

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

11:20 am - 8:10 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 50m1 stop San Francisco

3:50 pm - 1:47 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

18h 57m1 stop San Francisco

$1,370United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 12

7:59 pm - 7:55 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

15h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 3:10 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,381Delta

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6

3:59 pm - 7:55 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

19h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 10:12 amAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 27m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,381Delta

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5

7:41 pm - 9:10 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

16h 29m1 stop San Francisco

3:50 pm - 6:37 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 47m1 stop San Francisco

$1,381United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6

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Fiji Airways flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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Fiji Airways

Oct 30

SAN6:51 pmSan Diego

33h 24m

2 stops

AKL12:15 amAuckland Intl

Nov 6

AKL2:50 pmAuckland Intl

22h 32m

2 stops

SAN4:22 pmSan Diego

$1,181

Fiji Airways

Feb 26

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

33h 15m

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AKL12:15 amAuckland Intl

Mar 7

AKL2:50 pmAuckland Intl

27h 42m

2 stops

SAN9:32 pmSan Diego

$1,246

Air New Zealand flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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Air New Zealand

Oct 27

SAN5:15 pmSan Diego

27h 45m

2 stops

AKL5:00 pmAuckland Intl

Nov 4

AKL6:50 amAuckland Intl

30h 35m

2 stops

SAN4:25 pmSan Diego

$1,230

Air New Zealand

Oct 27

SAN5:15 pmSan Diego

27h 45m

2 stops

AKL5:00 pmAuckland Intl

Nov 5

AKL6:50 amAuckland Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

SAN3:55 pmSan Diego

$1,271

Air New Zealand

Jan 24

SAN4:06 pmSan Diego

21h 29m

1 stop

CHC10:35 amChristchurch

Feb 3

CHC10:55 amChristchurch

22h 18m

2 stops

SAN12:13 pmSan Diego

$1,578

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Thu 11/5

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/14

6:20 am-3:55 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$910

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San Diego

Thu 10/29

5:15 pm-12:30 am

2 stops35h 15m

Auckland Intl

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6:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$946

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San Diego

Thu 11/5

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/14

8:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$951

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San Diego

Tue 10/27

5:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/4

6:50 am-4:25 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,230

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San Diego

Tue 10/27

5:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/5

6:50 am-3:55 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$1,271

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

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San Diego

Tue 10/27

5:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

8:05 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,341

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

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San Diego

Fri 10/30

11:20 am-8:10 am

1 stop24h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/12

3:50 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$1,370

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

SANAKL

San Diego

Thu 10/29

7:59 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 56m

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/6

2:45 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,381

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San DiegoAuckland

SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

SANAKL

San Diego

Fri 10/30

3:59 pm-7:55 am

1 stop19h 56m

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/5

2:45 pm-10:12 am

1 stop16h 27m

$1,381

San DiegoAuckland

SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

SANAKL

San Diego

Sun 11/1

7:41 pm-9:10 am

1 stop16h 29m

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/6

3:50 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop23h 47m

$1,381

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to New Zealand

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from San Diego is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $970, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New Zealand during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,040.

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Best Price Found	$570
Fastest flight time	20h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to New Zealand from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $570. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to New Zealand found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $910.

The fastest flight from San Diego to New Zealand takes 20h 25m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to New Zealand. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to New Zealand.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to New Zealand

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?
As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to New Zealand.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to New Zealand?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $786	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,624 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $812	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,275 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $995	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 670 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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