Cheap flights from South Island to San Francisco from $724

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SFO
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,506

One-way from

$724
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 31/1-1/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 50m total
  • South Island to San Francisco
11/3
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m 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 31 October 2025.

Fri 14/1115:55CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/1118:00SFO - CHC
2 stops24h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,653
Wed 5/1107:00ZQN - SFO
2 stops34h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 27/1111:00SFO - ZQN
2 stops30h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,836
Wed 5/1120:50ZQN - SFO
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1116:20SFO - ZQN
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,848
Fri 14/1116:35CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 18/1120:15SFO - CHC
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,935
Thu 27/1107:00ZQN - SFO
2 stops24h 07mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1215:26SFO - ZQN
2 stops26h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/10$2,034
Wed 5/1107:00ZQN - SFO
2 stops34h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 20/1110:19SFO - ZQN
2 stops31h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/10$2,058
Sun 14/1220:10CHC - SFO
1 stop31h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 21/1219:50SFO - CHC
2 stops27h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/10$2,077
Wed 5/1108:50ZQN - SFO
2 stops23h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 27/1119:50SFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$2,082
Sun 14/1206:05CHC - SFO
1 stop30h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 21/1220:15SFO - CHC
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$2,093
Wed 5/1115:05ZQN - SFO
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1119:50SFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$2,094
Sat 13/1206:05CHC - SFO
2 stops24h 59mQantas Airways
Sat 20/1207:09SFO - CHC
2 stops44h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/10$2,183
Sun 14/1215:30ZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 21/1220:15SFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/10$2,246

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South Island

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:10-12:20

2 stops27h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

18:00-00:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,506

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 14/11

15:55-18:26

2 stops23h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

18:00-15:25

2 stops24h 25m

$1,653

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

17:00-11:05

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

23:25-10:35

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,794

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 14/11

16:35-15:55

1 stop20h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

20:15-15:25

1 stop22h 10m

$1,935

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/3

07:00-16:55

1 stop29h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

21:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

$1,968

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 8/1

13:45-16:36

2 stops23h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

15:35-15:25

2 stops26h 50m

$1,973

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 14/12

20:10-07:05

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 21/12

19:50-19:55

2 stops27h 05m

$2,077

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 8/1

13:45-18:30

2 stops25h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

15:35-15:25

2 stops26h 50m

$2,082

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 13/3

10:25-06:15

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

22:45-16:35

1 stop21h 50m

$2,141

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Sun 14/12

15:30-15:55

1 stop21h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 21/12

20:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

$2,246

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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 $1,035). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,594). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island 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 31 October 2025.

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

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 31 October 2025.
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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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?

  • How long is the flight from South Island to San Francisco?

    For as low as $1,794, Air Canada can have you in San Francisco from South Island in 15h 05m. 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?

  • 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 $6,362, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,643. The most popular route (Christchurch - San Francisco), is priced around $1,544.

  • 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.

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    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.

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    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 $1,035). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,594). 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$1,009Average$1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,085Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,143Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,385Average$1,987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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