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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch from $1,000

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,765

One-way from

$1,000

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,858
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • San Francisco to Christchurch
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 00m total
  • San Francisco to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($768 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($210 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Find flight deals from San Francisco to Christchurch

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 April 2025.

Fri 17/1023:25SFO - CHC
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1105:00CHC - SFO
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,638
Fri 17/1013:36SFO - CHC
2 stops39h 09mAir Canada
Sun 2/1105:10CHC - SFO
2 stops25h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 16/4$1,719
Tue 1/722:05SFO - CHC
1 stop16h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/716:00CHC - SFO
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$1,765
Mon 15/900:43SFO - CHC
2 stops37h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/906:10CHC - SFO
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,128
Sat 26/422:55SFO - CHC
2 stops37h 55mFiji Airways
Tue 20/513:15CHC - SFO
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/4$2,183
Thu 11/915:00SFO - CHC
3 stops31h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 25/909:40CHC - SFO
2 stops27h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$3,155
Wed 19/1109:40SFO - CHC
1 stop52h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/1201:10CHC - SFO
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$3,526
Tue 22/417:05SFO - CHC
2 stops48h 50mEmirates
Mon 19/517:45CHC - SFO
3 stops62h 48mEmirates
Deal found 15/4$5,204

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Christchurch that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Christchurch

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Departure

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

22:05-09:55

1 stop16h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 30/7

16:00-12:50

1 stop15h 50m

$1,765

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 15/9

00:43-08:55

2 stops37h 12m

Christchurch

Tue 30/9

06:10-08:15

1 stop22h 05m

$2,128

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

22:55-07:50

2 stops37h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 20/5

13:15-13:50

1 stop19h 35m

$2,183

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 27/4

14:20-21:15

2 stops35h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 18/5

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

$2,257

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 11/9

15:00-17:35

3 stops31h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 25/9

09:40-17:45

2 stops27h 05m

$3,155

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 27/4

17:05-12:55

2 stops48h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 19/5

17:45-13:33

3 stops62h 48m

$5,204

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 28/4

21:20-09:30

1 stop41h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 21/5

20:10-09:40

2 stops56h 30m

$6,713

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 30/5

17:25-15:25

3 stops27h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 6/6

16:40-09:15

3 stops35h 35m

$7,204

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 10/9

22:35-17:35

2 stops24h 00m

$1,000

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 25/9

19:42-12:05

2 stops21h 23m

$1,303

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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.

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 16 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Christchurch, such as Singapore Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Fiji Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
183 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Christchurch flight route?

    The San Francisco to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Christchurch round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Christchurch is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,765 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Fiji Airways, starting at $2,128 and $2,183 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch one-way?

    $1,303 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $1,350 and $1,514, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Christchurch?

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from San Francisco, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (75%), Air New Zealand (75%), SWISS( 75%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Christchurch?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Christchurch 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 San Francisco to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $192). 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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