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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch from $874

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Christchurch are usually found in May or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch within your budget

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 150,367 searches. Data last updated 18 November 2024.

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San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 10/4

23:35-12:15

1 stop17h 40m

Christchurch

Thu 24/4

13:15-13:25

1 stop19h 10m

$1,515

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

22:15-13:20

1 stop18h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 28/1

06:15-12:11

2 stops26h 56m

$1,547

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 16/2

16:35-00:40

2 stops35h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 5/3

06:10-12:11

2 stops27h 01m

$1,624

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

23:30-09:35

Nonstop14h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 25/3

13:15-06:25

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,753

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 16/2

23:30-10:35

Nonstop14h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 4/3

14:15-06:25

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,941

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 11/3

00:35-17:20

1 stop44h 45m

Christchurch

Wed 26/3

22:30-20:40

2 stops42h 10m

$2,005

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 14/1

22:35-13:20

1 stop17h 45m

$874

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 14/12

22:35-07:45

2 stops36h 10m

$980

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 4/2

18:48-22:55

2 stops31h 07m

$1,125

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 5/2

23:30-10:35

Nonstop14h 05m

$1,406

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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 18 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,544

One-way from

$874

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May
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/5-24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Christchurch
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • San Francisco to Christchurch
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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 18 November 2024.

Tue 10/1222:35SFO - CHC
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/1214:00CHC - SFO
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,733
Sat 30/1119:50SFO - CHC
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 7/417:00CHC - SFO
1 stop14h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/11$2,213
Mon 18/1116:05SFO - CHC
2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 25/1106:05CHC - SFO
2 stops25h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$2,588
Wed 27/1100:25SFO - CHC
2 stops37h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/406:10CHC - SFO
1 stop21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/11$2,837
Thu 28/1111:40SFO - CHC
3 stops28h 40mFiji Airways
Wed 2/420:30CHC - SFO
2 stops36h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/11$3,093

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Christchurch including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 15 November 2024.

Booking 86 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 $103). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 18 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Christchurch, such as Fiji Airways, Air Canada and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very Good
528 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,452 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Christchurch is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,544 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and United Airlines, starting at $1,617 and $1,753 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $874 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 Canada and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $1,014 and $1,406, respectively.

  • 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 $103). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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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