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Cheap flights from Christchurch to San Francisco from $626

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SFO
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,441

One-way from

$626

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,896

Good round-trip deal

$1,922 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,231 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • Christchurch to San Francisco
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28/5
  • 28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Christchurch to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($93 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 March 2025.

Tue 6/516:40CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 13/514:25SFO - CHC
2 stops30h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/3$1,441
Tue 6/506:00CHC - SFO
2 stops25h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 13/511:26SFO - CHC
2 stops32h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,449
Thu 22/510:00CHC - SFO
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 30/522:05SFO - CHC
1 stop16h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/3$1,495
Sat 24/510:30CHC - SFO
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/522:45SFO - CHC
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,517
Thu 25/910:30CHC - SFO
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/923:35SFO - CHC
1 stop42h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,645
Mon 5/506:05CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 20mAir Canada
Mon 12/516:35SFO - CHC
2 stops35h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 20/3$1,688
Mon 5/516:40CHC - SFO
2 stops46h 15mChina Airlines
Sun 11/501:05SFO - CHC
2 stops51h 54mChina Airlines
Deal found 20/3$3,338

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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San Francisco

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

14:25-15:25

2 stops30h 00m

$1,441

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

06:00-12:32

2 stops25h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

11:26-15:25

2 stops32h 59m

$1,449

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 22/5

10:00-07:00

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 30/5

22:05-09:25

1 stop16h 20m

$1,495

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 24/5

10:30-13:50

2 stops22h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 29/5

22:45-17:35

2 stops23h 50m

$1,517

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

06:05-10:25

2 stops23h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

16:35-23:05

2 stops35h 30m

$1,688

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 24/6

06:10-08:10

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 14/7

22:05-11:25

1 stop18h 20m

$2,321

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

16:40-19:55

2 stops46h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

01:05-23:59

2 stops51h 54m

$3,338

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 28/5

06:10-18:40

2 stops31h 30m

$626

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 24/6

13:15-13:50

1 stop19h 35m

$647

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 28/5

06:10-08:10

1 stop21h 00m

$738

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco

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

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 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to San Francisco is 29 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from Christchurch to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 22 March 2025.

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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at midday.

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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 22 March 2025.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,188 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
723 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to San Francisco?

    To fly from Christchurch to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Christchurch take 14h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Christchurch to San Francisco offered by 4 different airlines.

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

    Flights from Christchurch to San Francisco have been viewed 277 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $1,441, Qantas Airways will fly you from Christchurch to San Francisco and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,449 and $1,495, respectively. Qantas Airways is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $647 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 United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $738 and $745, respectively.

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

    Consider United Airlines (81%), Air New Zealand (81%) or SWISS (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to San Francisco.

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

    While on average a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco is generally $1,755, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $909. When looking at the most popular route, (Christchurch - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,352 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from Christchurch to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 Christchurch to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,364Average$1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,369Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,469Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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