Flight time.
A flight from Auckland to the West Coast of the USA, such as Los Angeles, takes about 12-13 hours. While it’s a long-haul flight, you’ll be arriving in the land of endless possibilities.
USA. The greatest country in the world to visit!
Yep, the world would be a pretty boring place without the USA - the land that makes movie stars, has streets paved with their famous names and has homes in Memphis once graced by Elvis. There’s so much to see and do, with a different experience in every state and around every corner. For foodies, there is no better place. From the All-American diner to corn dogs at baseball games, you won’t go hungry in the land of Uncle Sam. It’s a huge country, with an even bigger To-do list.
Come and talk to our USA travel specialists and together let’s start planning your stateside adventure today!
Best time to go.
The best times to visit the West Coast of the USA are from April to June and September to November, when the weather is milder and the tourist crowds are thinner.
Time difference.
The West Coast of the USA is 19 hours behind New Zealand. This significant time difference will require some adjustment.
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Our favourite things to do in the USA
Glamping in Utah!
Have a stay ‘Under canvas’ in Utah at Zion or Grand Canyon National Park.
Head to a sports game
Grab a hot dog and popcorn and join the locals to watch a game.
California dreaming!
West is Best - Hire a car and go on a roadie.
Music, food and the South
If you are a fan of country, jazz, blues, or rock n’ roll, pack light and buckle up ready for an unforgettable musical journey.
Hit the wine road
Calling all wine lovers!
Get your festival vibes on
Plan your trip to California’s hottest music festivals—Coachella and Stagecoach in Palm Springs!
A magical Christmas in New York
The Big Apple does Christmas better than anywhere else, and New Yorkers seize the opportunity to celebrate every moment of it.
Best. Shopping. Ever!
Shop 'til you drop with the best of LA Shopping from luxe boutiques to outlet steals.
Our USA travel blogs
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Chloe McKellar
House of Travel Wellington City
Customer service has always been drilled into me. After begging my way
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years in the UK I finally made the switch to the travel industry where I have
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the best trip for you! My ultimate passion when I travel is trying local foods,
and finding the best possible places to have that authentic experience that we
wouldn't be able to have at home. So if that resonates with you, I'd love to
hear from you and let's put together your foodie adventure, together :)
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