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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $598

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
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 18 March 2026.

Fri 1/522:35
SFO
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AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/507:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,190
Wed 22/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/514:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,197
Wed 29/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Wed 6/514:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/3$1,198
Sun 17/522:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 7/614:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$1,200
Fri 14/823:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sun 23/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 16/3$1,202
Sat 8/822:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 14/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/3$1,204
Sun 9/823:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 21/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/3$1,207
Fri 6/1122:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/1207:00
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,222
Sun 8/1122:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sat 9/114:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$1,226
Wed 22/422:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 26/414:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,229
Tue 9/616:45
SFO
-
ZQN
3 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/610:50
ZQN
-
SFO
3 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,371
Fri 24/417:57
SFO
-
ZQN
3 stops32h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/410:50
ZQN
-
SFO
3 stops23h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,375

Find 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 18 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,190

One-way from

$598

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,874
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 22/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 10m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($295 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 March 2026.
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Departure

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Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 21/8

23:25-12:05

1 stop17h 40m

Christchurch

Fri 28/8

10:30-13:40

2 stops22h 10m

$1,457
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

22:45-07:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/6

13:50-06:50

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,467

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 23/4

18:20-06:50

1 stop17h 30m

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

13:00-21:30

2 stops27h 30m

$1,499

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

11:15-06:50

1 stop24h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

13:00-12:19

2 stops18h 19m

$1,501

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

22:05-15:20

2 stops22h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/5

11:25-12:55

2 stops20h 30m

$1,713

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

10:19-17:45

2 stops36h 26m

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/7

09:00-06:50

2 stops40h 50m

$1,715

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 7/9

16:25-17:45

2 stops30h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/9

19:50-00:16

1 stop23h 26m

$1,718

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sun 17/5

22:05-14:00

2 stops20h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 24/5

20:25-12:55

1 stop35h 30m

$1,723

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

18:45-12:10

2 stops22h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

15:15-17:03

2 stops20h 48m

$1,734

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 20/4

19:11-00:35

2 stops34h 24m

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

19:50-10:40

1 stop33h 50m

$1,734

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $660). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,453). 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 18 March 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 18 March 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to New Zealand delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New Zealand flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New Zealand flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 18 March 2026.
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
613 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
613 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
613 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,433 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
613 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 68 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 United Airlines, Delta, or Air New Zealand 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 $605 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tahiti Nui from $871 and United Airlines from $1,163 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 (83%), United Airlines (81%), Air New Zealand (81%).

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $660). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,453). 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 18 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,763Average$2,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,838Average$2,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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