Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland is 20 hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your SAN to AKL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SAN and AKL include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
435 € is the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Return flights start at 811 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAN to AKL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SAN to AKL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN's address is Airport Drive.
Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider booking a hotel near AKL if you're on a late San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and explore beyond Auckland's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Auckland. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Auckland based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to AKL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Auckland. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.