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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $876

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 — AKL
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New Zealand (NZ0). 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 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2024.

Thu 28/1122:00SFO - CHC
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1215:40CHC - SFO
2 stops27h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,574
Thu 28/1122:00SFO - AKL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Sat 7/1208:00AKL - SFO
1 stop25h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/11$1,682
Tue 3/1218:46SFO - AKL
2 stops21h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1216:00AKL - SFO
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,690
Mon 9/1207:10SFO - AKL
1 stop17h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 26/1223:30AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,733
Thu 26/1222:35SFO - WLG
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/116:00WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,765
Fri 29/1107:05SFO - AKL
1 stop17h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/1223:30AKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,777
Sun 1/1216:35SFO - AKL
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Wed 4/1214:00AKL - SFO
1 stop19h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 15/11$1,946
Tue 19/1122:45SFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/1219:55AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/11$1,952
Sun 24/1111:25SFO - AKL
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/1215:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$2,045
Fri 29/1118:59SFO - AKL
2 stops21h 41mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 8/1216:05AKL - SFO
2 stops40h 02mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 15/11$2,174
Mon 25/1122:45SFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mLufthansa
Wed 11/1215:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 16/11$2,201
Mon 18/1107:00SFO - CHC
2 stops44h 40mAir Canada
Mon 25/1106:10CHC - SFO
2 stops35h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 15/11$2,256

Find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand 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 150,570 searches. Data last updated 16 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

Tue 11/3

18:50-22:55

2 stops32h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 25/3

06:10-13:56

2 stops27h 46m

$1,622

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 FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

16:35-11:00

1 stop21h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 23/2

06:25-13:56

2 stops28h 31m

$1,670

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 28/11

22:00-14:00

1 stop19h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/12

08:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

$1,682

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 4/3

07:45-05:30

2 stops48h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/3

19:55-12:05

Nonstop12h 10m

$1,687

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 5/2

07:45-21:20

1 stop16h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/2

23:30-19:45

1 stop17h 15m

$1,733

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

23:45-09:10

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/3

14:50-07:05

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,768

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 29/11

07:05-21:20

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/12

23:30-20:25

1 stop17h 55m

$1,777

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

17:20-07:55

2 stops18h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/3

14:00-09:52

1 stop15h 52m

$1,779

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 SFO to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

The most flights from SFO to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 16 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,497 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    If you book a flight to New Zealand from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to New Zealand flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to New Zealand have been viewed 59 times in the past calendar month.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $876 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $1,114 and Air Canada from $1,133 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Wellington, San Francisco - Auckland Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco to New Zealand.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to New Zealand on time: SWISS (86%), United Airlines (77%), Air Canada (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $2,051. On average you can expect to pay $2,564. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $1,441.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$2,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,380Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,780Average$2,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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