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 36% 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.

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

American Airlines, Fiji Airways, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating 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 September 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.

$574 Cheap Flights from San Diego to New Zealand in 2026

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12:37 pm - 9:10 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

23h 33m1 stop San Francisco

3:50 pm - 6:35 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 45m1 stop San Francisco

$813United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1

8:00 am - 9:25 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

28h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:20 pm - 4:01 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$813American Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 8

4:34 pm - 9:55 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

20h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles

3:50 pm - 6:23 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$817American Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 8

4:51 pm - 9:25 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

19h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:50 pm - 6:23 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$817American Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 8

8:33 pm - 5:45 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

36h 12m1 stop San Francisco

7:55 pm - 4:27 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 32m1 stop San Francisco

$1,009Air New Zealand

Sat, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 21

2:30 pm - 5:50 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

18h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

3:50 pm - 8:38 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

25h 48m1 stop San Francisco

$1,063United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3

1:11 pm - 9:10 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

22h 59m1 stop San Francisco

3:50 pm - 12:13 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 23m1 stop San Francisco

$1,163United Airlines

Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 25

2:24 pm - 6:00 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

19h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

8:20 pm - 5:17 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,327Air New Zealand

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

3:59 pm - 8:55 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

19h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 10:25 amAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,384Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1

3:00 pm - 8:55 amSAN San Diego-AKL Auckland Intl

20h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 3:05 pmAKL Auckland Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,384Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 30

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Air Canada flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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Air Canada

Dec 1

SAN7:05 amSan Diego

36h 55m

2 stops

AKL5:00 pmAuckland Intl

Jan 19

AKL6:20 amAuckland Intl

32h 39m

2 stops

SAN5:59 pmSan Diego

$892

Air Canada

Dec 1

SAN7:05 amSan Diego

36h 55m

2 stops

AKL5:00 pmAuckland Intl

Jan 19

AKL6:20 amAuckland Intl

32h 39m

2 stops

SAN5:59 pmSan Diego

$931

Air Canada

Feb 24

SAN7:05 amSan Diego

37h 20m

2 stops

AKL5:25 pmAuckland Intl

Mar 11

AKL6:20 amAuckland Intl

27h 44m

2 stops

SAN1:04 pmSan Diego

$939

American Airlines flights from San Diego to New Zealand

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American Airlines

Jan 24

SAN4:34 pmSan Diego

20h 21m

2 stops

AKL9:55 amAuckland Intl

Feb 8

AKL3:50 pmAuckland Intl

23h 33m

2 stops

SAN6:23 pmSan Diego

$817

American Airlines

Jan 24

SAN11:17 amSan Diego

25h 08m

1 stop

AKL9:25 amAuckland Intl

Feb 8

AKL1:20 pmAuckland Intl

23h 24m

2 stops

SAN3:44 pmSan Diego

$818

American Airlines

Sep 22

SAN3:05 pmSan Diego

28h 00m

2 stops

AKL2:05 pmAuckland Intl

Oct 6

AKL6:00 amAuckland Intl

31h 53m

2 stops

SAN5:53 pmSan Diego

$911

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Tue 11/17

12:37 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 33m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

3:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$813

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San Diego

Sun 1/24

8:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop28h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/8

1:20 pm-4:01 pm

1 stop23h 41m

$813

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San Diego

Sun 1/24

4:34 pm-9:55 am

2 stops20h 21m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/8

3:50 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$817

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San Diego

Sun 1/24

4:51 pm-9:25 am

1 stop19h 34m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/8

3:50 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$817

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San Diego

Sat 2/6

8:33 pm-5:45 am

1 stop36h 12m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/21

7:55 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$1,009

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

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San Diego

Sat 1/30

2:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/3

3:50 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$1,063

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San Diego

Mon 1/4

1:11 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 59m

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/25

3:50 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,163

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San Diego

Sun 10/18

2:24 pm-6:00 am

1 stop19h 36m

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/25

8:20 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$1,327

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

SANAKL

San Diego

Wed 11/18

3:59 pm-8:55 am

1 stop19h 56m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

2:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 40m

$1,384

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SAN San Diego - AKL Auckland Intl

SANAKL

San Diego

Tue 11/17

3:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/30

2:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,384

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $915, 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 April, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $959.

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Best Price Found	$574
Fastest flight time	15h 56m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to New Zealand from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $574. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to New Zealand found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $813.

The fastest flight from San Diego to New Zealand takes 15h 56m

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 September 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 8,554 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $860	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,161 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $993	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 668 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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