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Round-trip from	$1,526
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13/5-20/5

13/5-20/5
4 total stops
46h 20m total
South Island to San Francisco

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5/3
3 total stops
47h 29m total
South Island to San Francisco

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Cheapest flights from South Island to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 December 2025.

Thu 4/1218:50CHC - SFO

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/1207:15SFO - CHC

2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/11$1,638

Thu 4/1215:55CHC - SFO

2 stops23h 35mQantas Airways

Fri 5/1220:15SFO - CHC

1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 28/11$1,828

Sat 27/1214:10CHC - SFO

1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways

Sat 3/121:45SFO - CHC

1 stop18h 25mFiji Airways

Deal found 29/11$1,833

Thu 4/1221:00CHC - SFO

1 stop31h 05mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/1222:45SFO - CHC

1 stop21h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/11$1,999

Sat 27/1213:45CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 24mQantas Airways

Sat 3/116:11SFO - CHC

2 stops26h 14mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/11$2,154

Sun 28/1220:10NSN - SFO

1 stop31h 55mAir New Zealand

Sun 4/119:50SFO - NSN

1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/11$2,410

Sat 27/1207:20CHC - SFO

1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand

Sat 3/119:50SFO - CHC

2 stops21h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$2,642

Sun 30/1116:45ZQN - SFO

2 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/1211:15SFO - ZQN

2 stops25h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$4,365

Thu 4/1206:05CHC - SFO

2 stops51h 45mEmirates

Fri 5/1216:10SFO - CHC

3 stops72h 50mEmirates

Deal found 28/11$5,144

Fri 26/1201:05CHC - SFO

1 stop27h 45mSingapore Airlines

Sat 3/109:40SFO - CHC

1 stop41h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/11$5,267

Sun 30/1120:25ZQN - SFO

3 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1213:20SFO - ZQN

2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$6,918

Mon 1/1207:00ZQN - SFO

2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1213:20SFO - ZQN

2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$7,730

Best flights from South Island to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Island to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 December 2025.

Thu 26/209:50CHC - SFO

2 stops35h 51mAmerican Airlines

Sat 28/206:44SFO - CHC

2 stops33h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 28/11$1,685

Wed 13/517:00CHC - SFO

1 stop14h 55mAir New Zealand

Wed 20/522:05SFO - CHC

1 stop17h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/11$1,790

Sat 27/1214:10CHC - SFO

1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways

Sat 3/121:45SFO - CHC

1 stop18h 25mFiji Airways

Deal found 29/11$1,833

Wed 13/506:10CHC - SFO

1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines

Wed 20/523:20SFO - CHC

2 stops39h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,863

Mon 11/517:00CHC - SFO

1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 22/522:35SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,875

Mon 19/116:30ZQN - SFO

2 stops24h 40mQantas Airways

Sun 25/115:35SFO - ZQN

2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/11$2,105

Wed 18/207:00ZQN - SFO

2 stops37h 22mAmerican Airlines

Sun 22/206:44SFO - ZQN

2 stops37h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,845

Mon 19/114:00CHC - SFO

1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand

Fri 30/116:19SFO - CHC

2 stops19h 46mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$1,857

Tue 12/517:00CHC - SFO

1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 22/522:35SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,875

Fri 15/506:00CHC - SFO

1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines

Tue 19/522:30SFO - CHC

1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,866

Mon 11/517:00CHC - SFO

1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sun 17/523:25SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,875

Fri 15/506:00CHC - SFO

1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines

Wed 20/511:34SFO - CHC

2 stops32h 51mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,866

Tue 12/517:00CHC - SFO

1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sun 17/523:25SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$1,875

Mon 19/114:35ZQN - SFO

2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand

Sun 25/123:25SFO - ZQN

1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$2,065

Wed 4/214:35NSN - SFO

2 stops17h 30mAir New Zealand

Sun 8/219:50SFO - NSN

2 stops17h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/11$2,110

Thu 5/207:00ZQN - SFO

2 stops35h 37mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/206:42SFO - ZQN

2 stops37h 08mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 28/11$2,080

Thu 19/206:00BHE - SFO

1 stop22h 05mAir New Zealand

Mon 23/222:45SFO - BHE

2 stops22h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/11$2,110

Thu 5/214:15ZQN - SFO

1 stop17h 50mAir New Zealand

Sun 8/223:25SFO - ZQN

1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/11$2,140

Wed 18/220:25ZQN - SFO

1 stop31h 40mAir New Zealand

Sun 22/223:25SFO - ZQN

1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/11$2,145

Sun 28/1220:10NSN - SFO

1 stop31h 55mAir New Zealand

Sun 4/119:50SFO - NSN

1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/11$2,410

Last-minute flights from South Island to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Island to San Francisco. Data last updated 1 December 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 30/1116:45ZQN - SFO

2 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand

Mon 1/1211:15SFO - ZQN

2 stops25h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$4,365

Sun 30/1120:25ZQN - SFO

3 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1213:20SFO - ZQN

2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$6,918

Mon 1/1207:00ZQN - SFO

2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1213:20SFO - ZQN

2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$7,730

Thu 4/1218:50CHC - SFO

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/1207:15SFO - CHC

2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/11$1,638

Thu 4/1215:55CHC - SFO

2 stops23h 35mQantas Airways

Fri 5/1220:15SFO - CHC

1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 28/11$1,828

Thu 4/1221:00CHC - SFO

1 stop31h 05mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/1222:45SFO - CHC

1 stop21h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/11$1,999

Thu 4/1206:05CHC - SFO

2 stops51h 45mEmirates

Fri 5/1216:10SFO - CHC

3 stops72h 50mEmirates

Deal found 28/11$5,144

Fri 26/1201:05CHC - SFO

1 stop27h 45mSingapore Airlines

Sat 3/109:40SFO - CHC

1 stop41h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/11$5,267

Sat 27/1214:10CHC - SFO

1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways

Sat 3/121:45SFO - CHC

1 stop18h 25mFiji Airways

Deal found 29/11$1,833

Sat 27/1213:45CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 24mQantas Airways

Sat 3/116:11SFO - CHC

2 stops26h 14mQantas Airways

Deal found 29/11$2,154

Sat 27/1207:20CHC - SFO

1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand

Sat 3/119:50SFO - CHC

2 stops21h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/11$2,642

Sun 28/1220:10NSN - SFO

1 stop31h 55mAir New Zealand

Sun 4/119:50SFO - NSN

1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/11$2,410

One-way flights from South Island to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from South Island to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 1 December 2025.

Thu 5/317:30ZQN - SFO

3 stops47h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$728

Thu 12/317:30ZQN - SFO

2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$741

Tue 3/313:25ZQN - SFO

2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$758

Tue 10/317:30ZQN - SFO

3 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$760

Fri 20/306:15CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$761

Sun 22/306:15CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$763

Tue 14/421:25CHC - SFO

2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$781

Sat 21/314:10CHC - SFO

2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$791

Sat 7/313:05ZQN - SFO

3 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$808

Sat 21/307:00ZQN - SFO

3 stops57h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$831

Fri 27/209:00CHC - SFO

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/11$856

Sat 14/317:30ZQN - SFO

2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/11$864

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

09:50-00:41

2 stops35h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

06:44-13:15

2 stops33h 31m

$1,685

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 13/5

17:00-12:55

1 stop14h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

22:05-10:25

1 stop17h 20m

$1,790

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 27/12

14:10-12:45

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

21:45-13:10

1 stop18h 25m

$1,833

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Wed 18/2

07:00-23:22

2 stops37h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

06:44-16:50

2 stops37h 06m

$1,845

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 19/1

14:00-11:05

1 stop18h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 30/1

16:19-09:05

2 stops19h 46m

$1,857

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 13/5

06:10-08:10

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

23:20-09:25

2 stops39h 05m

$1,863

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

06:00-17:45

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

22:30-00:20

1 stop30h 50m

$1,866

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 15/5

06:00-17:45

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

11:34-15:25

2 stops32h 51m

$1,866

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

17:00-12:55

1 stop14h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 22/5

22:35-16:25

2 stops22h 50m

$1,875

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 12/5

17:00-12:55

1 stop14h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 22/5

22:35-16:25

2 stops22h 50m

$1,875

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from South Island with our price prediction graph.

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to San Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to San Francisco (average of $1,039). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,751). 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 EDG to SFO?

It’s optimal to fly from South Island to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from South Island to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

8.1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 17

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

8.1

Very Good

8.1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 17

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

8.1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 17

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

7.5

Good

8.1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 17

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8.1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 17

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Island?
Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from South Island. San Francisco is conveniently located just 19.0 km from San Francisco’s city centre.
How popular is this South Island to San Francisco flight route?
This flight path from South Island to San Francisco was viewed by 198 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from South Island to San Francisco?
For as low as $1,790, American Airlines can have you in San Francisco from South Island in 14h 55m. The distance from South Island to San Francisco is about 11140 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the most popular routes from South Island to San Francisco?
When deciding which route to take from South Island to San Francisco, consider Christchurch - San Francisco, Queenstown Intl - San Francisco or Nelson - San Francisco, as they are the most popular.
What are the cheapest flights from South Island to San Francisco?
Looking for the cheapest flight from South Island to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $6,299, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,775. The most popular route (Christchurch - San Francisco), is priced around $1,526.
Can I find deals for flights from South Island to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Island to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to San Francisco?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to San Francisco (average of $1,039). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,751). 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 4 airlines flying from South Island to San Francisco

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$1,013	Average$1,460	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,088	Average$1,811	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,147	Average$1,684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,390	Average$1,982	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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