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$515+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Christchurch (CHC)

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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$981
(oojo)

One-way from

$515
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,098

Good round-trip deal

$1,602 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1711:25 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/210:00 amCHC - SFO
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$981
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/171:36 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops39h 09mAir Canada
Sun 11/25:10 amCHC - SFO
2 stops25h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,010
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/210:05 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops20h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/305:00 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop14h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/28$1,049
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/911:20 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops38h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/163:30 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop35h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,306
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/59:05 amSFO - CHC
2 stops44h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 7/128:30 amCHC - SFO
3 stops33h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,332
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:05 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 1/12:05 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops22h 48mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,893
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/189:40 amSFO - CHC
1 stop52h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/241:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,940
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/204:25 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops25h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/59:40 amCHC - SFO
2 stops27h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$2,585
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2011:35 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop44h 45mChina Southern
Mon 1/510:30 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop42h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 4/27$2,655

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Christchurch that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

11:25 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 11/2

10:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$981

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

1:36 pm-12:45 am

2 stops39h 09m

Christchurch

Sun 11/2

5:10 am-10:39 am

2 stops25h 29m

$1,010

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 7/2

10:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 7/30

5:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$1,049

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:20 pm-8:55 am

2 stops38h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 6/16

3:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop35h 40m

$1,306

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

9:05 am-12:10 am

2 stops44h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 7/12

8:30 am-10:37 pm

3 stops33h 07m

$1,332

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

8:30 am-3:25 pm

3 stops35h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 5/28

4:40 pm-9:15 am

3 stops35h 35m

$3,288

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

10:05 pm-9:30 am

1 stop40h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 5/30

6:50 am-8:15 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$3,556

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

5:05 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops51h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 6/16

5:45 pm-9:15 pm

3 stops46h 30m

$4,139

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

5:15 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$515

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

10:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$598

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Christchurch in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Christchurch flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Christchurch flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Christchurch flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Christchurch flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
471 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($1,010), Air New Zealand ($1,049), and United Airlines ($1,306) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Christchurch. Air Canada is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch 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 New Zealand from $799 and Qantas Airways from $896 one-way.

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

    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 Christchurch on time: United Airlines (72%), Air New Zealand (72%), SWISS (72%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $1,855, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,035. The most popular route (San Francisco - Christchurch), is priced around $871.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Christchurch?

    San Francisco to Christchurch flights have a layover in Nadi most of the time.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Christchurch flights?

    San Francisco to Christchurch flights have a layover in Auckland least often.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 Christchurch

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$721Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,019Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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