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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Francisco from $595

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,248

One-way from

$598

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,863

Good round-trip deal

$1,909 or less

Good one-way deal

$834 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • New Zealand to San Francisco
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • New Zealand to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Thu 15/513:55AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 18/522:55SFO - AKL
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,248
Thu 24/415:20AKL - SFO
2 stops37h 28mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 6/516:31SFO - AKL
2 stops24h 39mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 13/4$1,544
Thu 24/413:55AKL - SFO
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/517:35SFO - AKL
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,624
Thu 15/519:30AKL - SFO
2 stops43h 25mChina Airlines
Sat 17/501:05SFO - AKL
2 stops45h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,684
Tue 6/516:40CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 20/514:25SFO - CHC
2 stops30h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,713
Sun 3/812:35WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/823:25SFO - WLG
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,740
Thu 19/616:05AKL - SFO
1 stop20h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 29/619:55SFO - AKL
2 stops33h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,761
Thu 15/513:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 18/522:05SFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/4$1,767
Thu 15/513:50AKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/523:20SFO - AKL
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,827
Wed 28/506:10CHC - SFO
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/622:05SFO - CHC
1 stop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,827
Fri 30/515:40WLG - SFO
2 stops27h 18mQantas Airways
Fri 6/619:55SFO - WLG
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,830
Mon 5/508:30CHC - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/523:20SFO - CHC
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,848

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

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/5

13:55-13:25

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

22:55-12:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,248

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/4

15:20-09:48

2 stops37h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 6/5

16:31-12:10

2 stops24h 39m

$1,544

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/4

13:55-13:50

1 stop18h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 6/5

17:35-12:10

2 stops23h 35m

$1,624

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/5

19:30-19:55

2 stops43h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 17/5

01:05-18:00

2 stops45h 55m

$1,684

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 20/5

14:25-15:25

2 stops30h 00m

$1,713

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Sun 3/8

12:35-13:50

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 20/8

23:25-11:35

2 stops41h 10m

$1,740

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/6

16:05-17:45

1 stop20h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 29/6

19:55-00:35

2 stops33h 40m

$1,761

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/5

13:50-07:00

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

22:05-06:00

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,767

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/5

13:50-07:00

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

23:20-17:40

1 stop23h 20m

$1,827

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 28/5

06:10-08:10

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 4/6

22:05-08:55

1 stop15h 50m

$1,827

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to San Francisco

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from New Zealand 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 NZ to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 15 April 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 15 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and China Airlines from New Zealand to San Francisco have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from New Zealand.

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $598 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tahiti Nui from $801 and Hawaiian Airlines from $874 one-way.

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco consider choosing SWISS(83%), United Airlines(77%) or Air New Zealand(77%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $4,276 for a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $662 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,183.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $775). Flying from New Zealand 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,058Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,134Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,338Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,433Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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