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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Francisco from $656

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,280

One-way from

$656

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,669

Good round-trip deal

$1,767 or less

Good one-way deal

$930 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 21/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 00m total
  • New Zealand to San Francisco
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 28/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 40m total
  • New Zealand to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($184 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2025.

Fri 21/1108:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Wed 3/1222:05SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,280
Sun 21/906:10AKL - SFO
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1023:25SFO - AKL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,333
Fri 21/1106:15AKL - SFO
2 stops25h 24mAir Canada
Wed 3/1218:00SFO - AKL
2 stops26h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,349
Sat 18/1006:35CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 53mAir Canada
Fri 24/1018:38SFO - CHC
2 stops24h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,353
Tue 19/806:00CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:40SFO - CHC
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,364
Tue 19/806:05WLG - SFO
2 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/816:35SFO - WLG
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,410
Tue 23/919:45AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 26/1020:50SFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/7$1,440
Mon 14/713:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 29/723:20SFO - AKL
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,466
Tue 9/1214:15CHC - SFO
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 25/123:25SFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,470
Thu 25/916:40CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 29/919:45SFO - CHC
2 stops24h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,471
Sun 23/1109:40CHC - SFO
2 stops35h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 27/1106:40SFO - CHC
2 stops35h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,473
Wed 27/817:15WLG - SFO
1 stop14h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/922:05SFO - WLG
1 stop15h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/7$1,475

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/11

08:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

22:05-23:40

1 stop28h 35m

$1,280

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 21/9

06:10-10:28

2 stops23h 18m

San Francisco

Fri 24/10

23:25-23:45

1 stop28h 20m

$1,333

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/11

06:15-10:39

2 stops25h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

18:00-17:20

2 stops26h 20m

$1,349

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 18/10

06:35-10:28

2 stops23h 53m

San Francisco

Fri 24/10

18:38-14:50

2 stops24h 12m

$1,353

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 19/8

06:00-10:33

2 stops23h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 26/8

19:40-00:45

2 stops34h 05m

$1,364

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 19/8

06:05-15:03

2 stops27h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 26/8

16:35-14:45

2 stops27h 10m

$1,410

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 20/8

17:15-07:00

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 27/8

22:05-09:10

1 stop16h 05m

$1,440

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/9

19:45-12:50

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

20:50-05:45

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,440

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 9/12

14:15-06:15

Nonstop13h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

23:25-10:35

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,470

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 25/9

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 29/9

19:45-16:25

2 stops24h 40m

$1,471

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,082). 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?

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 6 July 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 6 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Airlines, Alaska Airlines, andFiji 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 19.0 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?

  • 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 $656 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $714 and Air New Zealand from $727 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to 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(96%), United Airlines(87%) or Air New Zealand(87%), 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 $5,171 for a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $531 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,280.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,082). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$916Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$989Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,098Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,124Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,298Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,387Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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