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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $899

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
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
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 August 2026.

Sun 1/1109:18
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops31h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1108:00
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops34h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,406
Sun 1/1122:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 10m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/1108:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 31/7$1,524
Fri 6/1122:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 21/1114:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/8$1,525
Wed 28/1023:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 4/1114:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/8$1,527
Sun 27/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 9/1017:15
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/7$1,544
Sun 1/1122:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 15/1114:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/7$1,564
Sun 18/1023:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sun 1/1114:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/8$1,571
Fri 18/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/1015:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/8$1,575
Fri 25/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/1007:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop26h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/8$1,615
Tue 1/915:51
SFO
-
AKL
2 stops25h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/915:15
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops22h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,622
Fri 25/923:25
SFO
-
WLG
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/1019:25
WLG
-
SFO
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,721
Sat 12/923:10
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/913:05
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,917

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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,406

One-way from

$899

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,429

Good one-way deal

$1,761 or less
1/11-10/11
  • 1/11-10/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 41m total
  • San Francisco to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($276 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($118 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 4 August 2026.
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 21/8

17:37-12:10

2 stops23h 33m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

15:15-14:52

2 stops18h 37m

$1,667

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Fri 25/9

23:25-06:50

2 stops36h 25m

Wellington

Thu 8/10

19:25-13:40

2 stops38h 15m

$1,721

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Thu 1/10

08:20-16:10

3 stops35h 50m

Wellington

Sat 31/10

17:10-13:35

1 stop16h 25m

$2,089

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

22:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/12

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,206

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 2/11

22:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/11

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,206

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

22:05-15:20

2 stops22h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 21/9

09:05-12:55

2 stops22h 50m

$2,228

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

22:05-07:25

2 stops36h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 8/11

13:10-11:05

1 stop18h 55m

$2,256

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 29/1

22:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/3

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,291

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 19/11

22:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/12

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,291

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 22/10

23:15-08:10

Nonstop12h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/11

15:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$2,291

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,806). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,001). 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 August 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.

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 127 minutes.

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

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

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

Friday 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 August 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
657 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,059 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 17.7 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 35 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 Air Tahiti Nui, Fiji Airways, or United Airlines 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 $607 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tahiti Nui from $867 and United Airlines from $1,155 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Wellington, 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: Air Canada (76%), Virgin Atlantic (76%), United Airlines (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $1,752. On average you can expect to pay $1,761. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,440.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,806). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,001). 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 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,525Average$2,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,547Average$2,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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