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Cheap flights from Christchurch to San Francisco from $549

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SFO
24 Nov — 1 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to San Francisco are usually found in February or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 19 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,526

One-way from

$549

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 14/1-26/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 48m total
  • Christchurch to San Francisco
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Christchurch to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 November 2024.

Sun 24/1117:00CHC - SFO
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1223:30SFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,677
Mon 25/1116:00CHC - SFO
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/1219:50SFO - CHC
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/11$1,712
Mon 25/1106:05CHC - SFO
2 stops25h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 9/1216:15SFO - CHC
2 stops25h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$1,790
Sun 24/1115:40CHC - SFO
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1216:43SFO - CHC
2 stops24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,819

Find flights from Christchurch to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to San Francisco 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 19 November 2024.

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ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 24/2

06:10-15:35

2 stops30h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

14:45-23:35

2 stops36h 50m

$1,101

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 24/2

06:00-08:20

1 stop23h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

23:30-09:35

Nonstop14h 05m

$1,476

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 14/1

11:00-13:56

2 stops23h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 27/1

18:48-14:40

2 stops22h 52m

$1,539

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

06:05-10:59

2 stops25h 54m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

14:36-14:30

2 stops27h 54m

$1,851

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 2/1

08:20-18:36

2 stops31h 16m

San Francisco

Thu 9/1

06:45-23:55

2 stops44h 10m

$1,977

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 13/1

13:00-17:44

2 stops25h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 17/1

23:30-10:35

Nonstop14h 05m

$2,230

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

22:30-23:59

2 stops46h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 13/3

00:35-17:20

2 stops44h 45m

$2,680

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 9/1

14:20-12:50

1 stop19h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

21:45-13:05

1 stop18h 20m

$3,115

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 13/1

14:50-16:05

1 stop46h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

23:35-13:20

1 stop40h 45m

$3,241

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 13/1

01:05-07:50

1 stop27h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 26/1

20:15-23:50

1 stop54h 35m

$4,662

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to San Francisco is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco (average of $823). Flying from Christchurch to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,065). 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 CHC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 19 November 2024.

When flying from Christchurch to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 19 November 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
529 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.6
Good
819 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at $1,526, Air Canada will fly you from Christchurch to San Francisco and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,677 and $1,712, respectively. Air Canada is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $549 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from $696 and $736, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco is generally $2,241, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,550. When looking at the most popular route, (Christchurch - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,108 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco (average of $823). Flying from Christchurch to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,065). 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$1,153Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,339Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,436Average$1,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,454Average$2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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