Cheap flights from Wellington (WLG) to San Francisco (SFO) from $360

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WLG — SFO
May 20 — May 271

The best prices from Wellington to San Francisco are usually found in May or February, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 May 15, 2024.

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$873

Round-trip from

$267
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Wellington to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Wellington to San Francisco?

Users have found that flying from Wellington to San Francisco on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Wellington to San Francisco?

To save up to 47% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 32 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Wellington to San Francisco from $893 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,265 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to San Francisco?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Wellington. Prices for May average $1,111 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $832. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a May flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to San Francisco (WLG - SFO)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wellington to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Wellington to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Wellington and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from Wellington to San Francisco. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/211:00 amSFO - WLG
2 stops32h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$719
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/28:29 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops23h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$720
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/26:10 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$724
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/28:29 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops23h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$726
Tue 11/56:00 amWLG - SFO
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/3012:35 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$727
Tue 11/58:30 amWLG - SFO
2 stops28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/302:07 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops29h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$730

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Wellington and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Air New Zealand flights departing from Wellington and landing in San Francisco. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Tue 11/58:45 amWLG - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/3010:45 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop21h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$963
Thu 8/298:20 amWLG - SFO
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/210:00 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop21h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$1,134
Thu 5/302:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop23h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,435
Thu 5/302:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops21h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,584
Thu 5/301:30 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops18h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,735

Cheap Wellington to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Wellington to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Prices were last updated on May 15, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Wellington to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 5/302:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop23h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,435
Thu 5/302:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops21h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,584
Thu 5/301:30 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops18h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,735

Wellington to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Wellington and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Wellington to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/211:00 amSFO - WLG
2 stops32h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$719
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/28:29 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops23h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$720
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/26:10 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$724
Thu 8/296:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/28:29 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops23h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$726
Tue 11/56:00 amWLG - SFO
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/3012:35 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$727
Tue 11/58:30 amWLG - SFO
2 stops28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/302:07 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops29h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$730
Tue 11/54:00 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 11/305:30 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops24h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/14$739
Thu 8/296:00 amWLG - SFO
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/210:00 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop17h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$908
Tue 11/58:45 amWLG - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/3010:45 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop21h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$963

One-way flights to San Francisco from Wellington

Search for one-way flight options from Wellington to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Wellington to San Francisco. Users needing a return flight from Wellington to San Francisco should utilize the search form above.
Tue 8/273:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/14$360
Thu 8/297:40 amWLG - SFO
2 stops29h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$362
Tue 8/276:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops32h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/14$365
Fri 8/304:50 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops24h 29mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/14$384
Wed 8/288:00 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop29h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$491
Sat 8/316:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$544
Sat 8/316:00 amWLG - SFO
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$562
Wed 8/287:40 pmWLG - SFO
3 stops37h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$569
Thu 8/298:15 amWLG - SFO
3 stops42h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$585

Find flights from Wellington to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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$719 - $963

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WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 8/29

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

2 stops32h 50m

$719

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 8/29

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

2 stops23h 21m

$720

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 8/29

2 stops21h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

2 stops25h 40m

$724

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 8/29

2 stops21h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

2 stops23h 21m

$726

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 11/5

1 stop31h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

3 stops31h 30m

$727

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 11/5

2 stops28h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

3 stops29h 58m

$730

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 11/5

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

2 stops24h 25m

$739

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 8/29

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

1 stop17h 10m

$908

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 11/5

1 stop19h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

1 stop21h 25m

$963

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/13

When is the best time to book a flight from Wellington to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wellington to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Wellington to San Francisco is 31 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wellington to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Wellington to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Wellington to San Francisco is currently $469 while a round-trip flight costs $773. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to San Francisco (average of $267). Flying from Wellington to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$296

May

$316

June

$382

July

$364

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$267

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

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 May 15, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and Air New Zealand from Wellington to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
627 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very good
627 reviews
8.3
Very good
627 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.7
Good
969 reviews
8.3
Very good
627 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.4
Good
10,959 reviews
8.3
Very good
627 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.3
Good
14,561 reviews
8.3
Very good
627 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Wellington to San Francisco for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Wellington to San Francisco for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $719, but on average you can expect to pay $988.

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

    American Airlines, at $719, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and United Airlines. American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Wellington to San Francisco are Qantas Airways ($360), American Airlines ($362), and Air New Zealand ($491).

  • What does WLG to SFO mean?

    WLG stands for Wellington Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wellington to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Wellington to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Wellington to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Wellington to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wellington to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Wellington to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Wellington to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Wellington to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Wellington to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Wellington to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/14.

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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,120Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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