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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $922

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
18 Nov — 25 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 October 2025.

Mon 24/1122:02SFO - AKL
2 stops42h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1208:00AKL - SFO
2 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,645
Sun 23/1122:05SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 40mFiji Airways
Fri 5/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/10$1,669
Thu 27/1113:48SFO - AKL
2 stops26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,678
Sun 19/1023:25SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 20mFiji Airways
Sun 23/1108:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/10$1,683
Tue 25/1106:00SFO - AKL
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/10$1,688
Wed 26/1109:08SFO - AKL
2 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1208:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,692
Tue 18/1118:00SFO - AKL
2 stops33h 05mFiji Airways
Wed 3/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/10$1,718
Mon 8/1218:39SFO - AKL
2 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/114:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,720
Sat 29/1108:38SFO - AKL
2 stops29h 22mAir Canada
Mon 12/106:15AKL - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 17/10$1,722
Wed 26/1122:05SFO - AKL
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Wed 10/1208:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/10$1,727
Mon 1/1222:02SFO - AKL
2 stops42h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,729
Fri 28/1122:05SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mFiji Airways
Fri 5/1214:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/10$1,730

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 19 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,645

One-way from

$922

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,031

Good round-trip deal

$2,032 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/1-6/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 05m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($389 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 19 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

22:05-17:05

2 stops22h 00m

Wellington

Sat 21/2

21:05-12:25

2 stops36h 20m

$1,694

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 30/11

20:40-21:20

1 stop27h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/12

23:30-19:15

1 stop16h 45m

$1,860

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

18:52-21:20

3 stops29h 28m

Wellington

Sat 7/3

06:00-15:35

2 stops30h 35m

$1,910

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

19:00-16:10

2 stops24h 10m

Wellington

Fri 13/2

06:00-10:39

2 stops25h 39m

$1,912

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Tue 2/12

18:39-16:10

2 stops24h 31m

Wellington

Tue 9/12

20:00-07:05

1 stop32h 05m

$1,975

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

23:25-23:45

1 stop28h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

14:50-08:34

2 stops37h 44m

$2,020

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

22:05-09:20

2 stops38h 15m

Wellington

Thu 5/2

06:00-14:56

2 stops29h 56m

$2,025

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

22:05-20:30

2 stops25h 25m

Wellington

Tue 9/12

16:00-15:55

1 stop20h 55m

$2,048

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

22:05-12:45

2 stops41h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 28/1

20:25-15:05

3 stops39h 40m

$2,067

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

22:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/12

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,088

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $629). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New Zealand at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 October 2025.

The most flights from SFO to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Zealand. Reviews last updated 19 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and United Airlines from San Francisco to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
516 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
516 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
516 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,989 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    If you book a flight to New Zealand from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to New Zealand flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to New Zealand have been viewed 69 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to New Zealand in 13h 25m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from San Francisco to New Zealand is about 10503 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to New Zealand one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $952 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $1,137 and Alaska Airlines from $1,138 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Queenstown Intl, San Francisco - Auckland Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco to New Zealand.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to New Zealand on time: SWISS (88%), United Airlines (84%), Air New Zealand (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $1,184. On average you can expect to pay $1,780. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,454.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $629). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to New Zealand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 19 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,701Average$2,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,957Average$2,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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