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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 13 December 2025.

Thu 12/209:50CHC - SFO

2 stops30h 58mAmerican Airlines

Mon 16/206:44SFO - CHC

2 stops33h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/12$1,561

Sun 25/109:50CHC - SFO

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/222:05SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12$1,616

Mon 26/113:25CHC - SFO

2 stops18h 40mAir New Zealand

Mon 2/219:50SFO - CHC

2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/12$1,651

Thu 12/306:10CHC - SFO

2 stops24h 24mAir Canada

Thu 26/316:25SFO - CHC

2 stops36h 15mAir Canada

Deal found 13/12$1,704

Mon 26/112:10ZQN - SFO

1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/219:50SFO - ZQN

1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/12$2,188

Thu 5/314:35BHE - SFO

2 stops46h 20mQantas Airways

Sun 8/321:15SFO - BHE

2 stops47h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/12$2,293

Tue 20/113:20CHC - SFO

2 stops18h 45mAir New Zealand

Sun 25/122:45SFO - CHC

1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$1,775

Tue 27/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Tue 3/219:50SFO - CHC

2 stops19h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/12$1,806

Thu 26/209:25NSN - SFO

2 stops43h 25mSingapore Airlines

Mon 2/309:40SFO - NSN

2 stops50h 50mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 10/12$4,376

Thu 26/210:45ZQN - SFO

2 stops30h 57mAmerican Airlines

Sun 1/300:50SFO - ZQN

2 stops38h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/12$2,202

Thu 26/215:05ZQN - SFO

2 stops36h 45mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/319:50SFO - ZQN

1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/12$2,209

Mon 2/211:25ZQN - SFO

2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand

Mon 9/219:50SFO - ZQN

1 stop21h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/12$2,080

Direct flights from South Island to San Francisco
Explore direct flight options from South Island to San Francisco based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

Tue 20/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Sun 25/123:25SFO - CHC

Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$1,792

Sun 25/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Sun 1/223:25SFO - CHC

Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$1,814

Fri 16/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Fri 23/123:25SFO - CHC

Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$2,228

Last-minute flights from South Island to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Island to San Francisco. Data last updated 13 December 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 20/106:20CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 25/113:20SFO - CHC

2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12$1,537

Tue 20/113:20CHC - SFO

2 stops18h 45mAir New Zealand

Sun 25/122:45SFO - CHC

1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$1,775

Sun 25/109:50CHC - SFO

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/222:05SFO - CHC

2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12$1,616

Sun 25/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Sun 1/223:25SFO - CHC

Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$1,814

Mon 26/113:25CHC - SFO

2 stops18h 40mAir New Zealand

Mon 2/219:50SFO - CHC

2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/12$1,651

Mon 26/112:10ZQN - SFO

1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/219:50SFO - ZQN

1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/12$2,188

Mon 26/113:25ZQN - SFO

2 stops44h 25mEmirates

Mon 2/215:40SFO - ZQN

2 stops49h 55mEmirates

Deal found 12/12$4,459

Tue 27/106:20CHC - SFO

2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines

Tue 3/218:00SFO - CHC

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/12$1,613

Tue 27/114:15CHC - SFO

Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Tue 3/219:50SFO - CHC

2 stops19h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/12$1,806

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 13 December 2025.

Wed 11/206:10CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 10mAir Canada

Deal found 12/12$697

Sun 1/206:10CHC - SFO

2 stops30h 25mAir Canada

Deal found 11/12$761

Tue 24/219:15CHC - SFO

2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$811

Tue 27/110:45ZQN - SFO

2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$813

Wed 18/206:15CHC - SFO

2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$813

Fri 27/209:00CHC - SFO

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/12$857

Thu 26/217:20CHC - SFO

2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$862

Thu 19/206:05CHC - SFO

2 stops48h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$880

Tue 10/317:30ZQN - SFO

2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/12$883

Tue 3/216:00CHC - SFO

1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/12$888

Sun 8/310:45ZQN - SFO

2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$895

Mon 23/206:05CHC - SFO

2 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12$905

Find flight deals from South Island to San Francisco

Round-trip from	$1,537
One-way from	$697

Air Canada

Air Canada
20/1-25/1
4 total stops
65h 20m total
South Island to San Francisco

Air Canada

Air Canada
11/2
2 total stops
27h 10m total
South Island to San Francisco

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 12/2

09:50-19:48

2 stops30h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 16/2

06:44-13:15

2 stops33h 31m

$1,561

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 25/1

09:50-12:25

2 stops23h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

22:05-17:35

2 stops22h 30m

$1,616

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

13:25-11:05

2 stops18h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

19:50-10:55

2 stops18h 05m

$1,651

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

06:10-10:34

2 stops24h 24m

San Francisco

Thu 26/3

16:25-00:40

2 stops36h 15m

$1,704

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 20/1

13:20-11:05

2 stops18h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

22:45-15:25

1 stop19h 40m

$1,775

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 27/1

14:15-06:15

Nonstop13h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

19:50-12:35

2 stops19h 45m

$1,806

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/2

11:25-11:05

2 stops20h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

19:50-14:20

1 stop21h 30m

$2,080

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Mon 26/1

12:10-11:05

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

19:50-11:25

1 stop18h 35m

$2,188

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/2

10:45-20:42

2 stops30h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

00:50-12:45

2 stops38h 55m

$2,202

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Thu 26/2

15:05-06:50

2 stops36h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

19:50-11:25

1 stop18h 35m

$2,209

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to San Francisco (average of $1,109). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,730). 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 191 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 $1,651, American Airlines can have you in San Francisco from South Island in 18h 40m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to San Francisco one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $496. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from South Island to San Francisco for a low price.
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 $6,223, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,754. The most popular route (Christchurch - San Francisco), is priced around $1,651.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to San Francisco (average of $1,109). Flying from South Island to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,730). 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
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,075	Average$1,789	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$1,125	Average$1,546	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,133	Average$1,747	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,361	Average$1,937	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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