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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $994

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 November 2025.

Thu 4/1222:45SFO - CHC
1 stop23h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 24/313:15CHC - SFO
Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$1,645
Wed 3/1222:05SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,652
Sun 30/1107:30SFO - AKL
1 stop30h 30mAir Canada
Wed 10/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop22h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 3/11$1,655
Thu 4/1218:00SFO - CHC
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Tue 24/306:10CHC - SFO
2 stops26h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,662
Mon 1/1207:30SFO - CHC
2 stops42h 35mAir Canada
Tue 24/306:10CHC - SFO
2 stops26h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,664
Tue 2/1214:43SFO - AKL
2 stops25h 52mFiji Airways
Sun 22/314:50AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,667
Sun 7/1207:30SFO - CHC
2 stops44h 10mAir Canada
Sun 22/306:10CHC - SFO
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,671
Mon 1/1207:20SFO - AKL
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1216:05AKL - SFO
2 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,680
Thu 4/1222:45SFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 13/1215:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,681
Mon 1/1219:50SFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 25/319:55AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$1,683
Mon 1/1218:53SFO - CHC
2 stops55h 12mAir Canada
Mon 23/309:50CHC - SFO
2 stops31h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,690
Sun 7/1207:30SFO - CHC
2 stops44h 10mAir Canada
Mon 23/309:50CHC - SFO
2 stops27h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 2/11$1,697

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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,610

One-way from

$994

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,068

Good round-trip deal

$1,805 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 1/3-19/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 24m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($376 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($124 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 4 November 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 FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

13:20-14:25

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

06:10-10:34

2 stops24h 24m

$1,610

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 13/2

21:30-08:35

1 stop38h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/2

14:35-23:16

1 stop29h 41m

$1,662

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

18:00-14:20

2 stops25h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 12/5

06:00-14:57

2 stops27h 57m

$1,662

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

19:50-11:20

2 stops18h 30m

Wellington

Mon 16/3

15:55-12:05

1 stop16h 10m

$1,685

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

22:45-15:20

1 stop19h 35m

Wellington

Wed 18/3

11:30-12:05

2 stops20h 35m

$1,685

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

13:20-14:25

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 21/3

06:10-12:20

2 stops26h 10m

$1,688

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

19:50-15:20

2 stops22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/2

20:25-17:15

2 stops41h 50m

$1,690

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

22:45-17:35

1 stop23h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 12/5

17:00-12:55

1 stop14h 55m

$1,697

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Thu 29/1

19:50-10:10

1 stop17h 20m

Wellington

Mon 9/2

14:55-11:05

1 stop17h 10m

$1,697

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

23:10-17:20

1 stop22h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/3

19:55-12:05

Nonstop12h 10m

$1,718

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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 $630). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,571). 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 4 November 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 4 November 2025.

The most flights from SFO to NZ0 are scheduled on a Thursday (9 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 4 November 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
521 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
521 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,999 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 18h 30m. Fly via Air Canada, Delta, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance from San Francisco to New Zealand is about 10839 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 $1,038 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $1,102 and Qantas Airways from $1,311 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 (96%), United Airlines (88%), Air New Zealand (88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $1,568. On average you can expect to pay $2,946. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,253.

  • 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 $630). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,571). 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 4 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,704Average$2,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,805Average$2,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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