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Flight deals from Auckland International to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,492. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$1,342 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,342, select.
San Diego.$1,347 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,347, select.
San Diego.$1,449 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,449, select.
San Diego.$1,449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,449, select.
San Diego.$1,484 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,484, select.
San Diego.$1,492 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,492, select.
San Diego.$1,498 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,498, select.
San Diego.$1,568 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,568, select.
San Diego.$1,618 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,618, select.
San Diego.$1,758 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,758, select.
San Diego.$1,775 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,775, select.
San Diego.$1,961 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,961, select.
San Diego.$2,036 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,036, select.
San Diego.$2,039 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,039, select.
San Diego.$2,105 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,105, select.
San Diego.$2,167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,167, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Alternative Auckland International to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Auckland International to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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McClellan-Palomar

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Auckland to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,342
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to San Diego is $1,342. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Auckland International to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,342.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Auckland International to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to San Diego is usually February.
If you're flying from Auckland International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $1,342.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to San Diego on Saturday, 13 February 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Auckland International Airport and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, American Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is 21 hours behind Auckland.

  • For a relaxed start to your AKL to San Diego flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from AKL to San Diego. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Honolulu International Airport (HNL)

  • Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel close to AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to San Diego

  • $658 is currently the best price for a one-way Auckland Airport to San Diego flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,342. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from AKL to San Diego. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Auckland Airport to San Diego ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from AKL to San Diego is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to SAN if you're coming in on a late flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from AKL to San Diego.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is about 48 kilometres from central San Diego. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego has touched down.

  • After stepping off your AKL to San Diego flight, unwind at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CLD a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Auckland Airport to San Diego, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Auckland Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from AKL to San Diego around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego:

  • San Diego Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are a couple of big attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at USS Midway Museum.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 177 kilometres northwest to Los Angeles to check off its must-visit sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Auckland to San Diego

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