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Cheap Tickets to Central California

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Thu., 5 Dec. - Fri., 6 Dec.
AKL
Auckland Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
NZ$1,139 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,139
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu., 5 Dec. from Auckland Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Fri., 6 Dec., priced at NZ$1,139 found 6 days ago
SunExpress
Sat., 11 Jan. - Sat., 18 Jan.
ESB
Esenboga
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
NZ$1,281 Return, found 21 hours ago
NZ$1,281
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select SunExpress flight, departing Sat., 11 Jan. from Esenboga to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Sat., 18 Jan., priced at NZ$1,281 found 21 hours ago
United
Thu., 6 Jun. - Sun., 23 Jun.
AKL
Auckland Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
NZ$1,485 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,485
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu., 6 Jun. from Auckland Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Sun., 23 Jun., priced at NZ$1,485 found 5 days ago
United
Fri., 7 Feb. - Sat., 22 Feb.
AKL
Auckland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
NZ$1,721 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,721
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri., 7 Feb. from Auckland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Sat., 22 Feb., priced at NZ$1,721 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed., 29 May - Wed., 12 Jun.
AKL
Auckland Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
NZ$1,729 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,729
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed., 29 May from Auckland Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Wed., 12 Jun., priced at NZ$1,729 found 1 day ago

Central California Flights

The Central California experience you’ve always wanted

Catching a flight to Central California is easier than it’s ever been when you use Expedia to plan your escape. A great holiday starts with great selection, and we have an amazing amount of Central California flight deals. A quick search on Expedia.co.nz will show you cheap tickets to Central California in mere moments, from overnight flights to weekend getaways. Trying to earn frequent flyer points? We even make it easy for you to stay loyal to your preferred airline.

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Expedia.co.nz makes it easy to find cheap flights to Central California NZ$1,139. With such amazing deals, why wait any longer to book your trip? Start searching today, and we’ll see you soon in Central California.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Central California that have flexible change policies?
Search for cheap flights to Central California, then mark the “No change fee” box directly below the “Flexible change policies” subheading. It’s as easy as that. We get that plans can change and flexibility is essential, so book with confidence with Expedia.
Which airlines fly to Central California?
A selection of airlines fly to destinations in or near Central California. Your trip is a few clicks away with these leading carriers:

  • Southwest Airlines - 6 955 flights to or near Central California each month, including 2 314 flights to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) and 2 179 flights to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) per month.
  • United Airlines - 6 751 flights to or near Central California each month, including 5 914 flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and 446 flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) per month.
  • Alaska Airlines - 3 767 flights to or near Central California each month, including 2 349 flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and 689 flights to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Central California?
For an amazing deal to Central California, book well ahead. Also consider using Expedia’s handy “flexible dates” link at the top of your search results. This will display prices for the days around your travel dates. In the last seven days, NZ$1,139 was the lowest price for a flight to Central California.
How much is a flight to Central California?
There were lots of cheap fares for the taking in the last seven days, with the price of a return flight to Central California varying between NZ$1,139 and NZ$1,729. Many lucky travellers nabbed one-way flights from Auckland (AKL) for as low as NZ$605.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Central California?
Depending on which airline you jet off with and your final Central California destination, you’ll have several leading airports to take your pick of. These include:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 11 935 flights per month.
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 3 875 flights per month.
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 3 788 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Central California?
If you’d prefer to spend your hard-earned holiday money exploring Central California rather than on getting there, jet off early in the week. The most affordable day to travel is normally Tuesday, followed by Monday. With many people travelling on the weekend, Saturday typically has the costliest ticket prices.
How much is a plane ticket to Central California?
In the last seven days, seats to Central California varied between NZ$1,139 and NZ$1,729. Prices rise as your travel date nears, so land yourself a terrific deal today.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Central California?
The most cost-effective month to find a flight to Central California is February, while the priciest month is December. Give this month a miss if you want to save your dollars.
Flights to Central California information
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SFO
Destination city name
San Francisco
Return price
NZ$1,138

Trending flights to Central California

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Thu., 5 Dec. - Fri., 6 Dec.
AKL
Auckland Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
NZ$1,139 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,139
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu., 5 Dec. from Auckland Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Fri., 6 Dec., priced at NZ$1,139 found 6 days ago
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