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

Within the past month, 1,182 users have taken a look at flights from New Zealand to San Francisco.

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

A quick flight from New Zealand to San Francisco can take about 18h. Air Tahiti Nui provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,990. There are 11140 km between New Zealand and San Francisco. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $581 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $641 and Air New Zealand from $680 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

The most popular flight routes from New Zealand to San Francisco are Auckland Intl - San Francisco, Christchurch - San Francisco and Queenstown Intl - San Francisco.

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

On average you can expect to pay $1,860 for a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $856 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,173.

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco consider choosing SWISS(73%), United Airlines(57%) or Air New Zealand(57%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to San Francisco?

Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from New Zealand to San Francisco.

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

Located just 17.7 km from the city centre, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from New Zealand.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $1,487). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,126). 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 NZ to SFO?

When flying from New Zealand to San Francisco, 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 New Zealand to San Francisco

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

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

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Zealand to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Fiji Airways

8.0

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Fiji Airways

8.0

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

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Fiji Airways

8.0

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Qantas Airways

7.5

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8.0

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

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8.0

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

American Airlines

7.0

Good

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Fiji Airways

8.0

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from New Zealand?
Located just 17.7 km from the city centre, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from New Zealand.
How popular is this New Zealand to San Francisco flight route?
Within the past month, 1,182 users have taken a look at flights from New Zealand to San Francisco.
How long is the flight from New Zealand to San Francisco?
A quick flight from New Zealand to San Francisco can take about 18h. Air Tahiti Nui provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,990. There are 11140 km between New Zealand and San Francisco. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to San Francisco one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $581 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $641 and Air New Zealand from $680 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to San Francisco?
The most popular flight routes from New Zealand to San Francisco are Auckland Intl - San Francisco, Christchurch - San Francisco and Queenstown Intl - San Francisco.
What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to San Francisco?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco consider choosing SWISS(73%), United Airlines(57%) or Air New Zealand(57%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to San Francisco?
On average you can expect to pay $1,860 for a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $856 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,173.
Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to San Francisco 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 New Zealand to San Francisco?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $1,487). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,126). 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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Fiji Airways	Cheapest$1,056	Average$1,518	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,066	Average$1,341	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,080	Average$2,020	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,138	Average$1,493	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Tahiti Nui	Cheapest$1,295	Average$1,619	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time73%	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,377	Average$1,963	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$1,510	Average$1,510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights

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Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2026.

When flying from New Zealand to San Francisco, 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 New Zealand to San Francisco

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

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

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Zealand to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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