Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Christchurch (CHC)

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From San Francisco to Christchurch

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Christchurch due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Christchurch for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Which airlines flying from San Francisco to Christchurch have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines flying from San Francisco to Christchurch have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Christchurch for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $959, but on average you can expect to pay $1,299.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Christchurch for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Christchurch, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

Does it rain more in San Francisco or Christchurch?

Expected rainfall in San Francisco is less than in Christchurch. You can expect this to be the case over the next 5 days.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Christchurch?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 77 °F range in September. The weather in Christchurch is generally colder than San Francisco's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Christchurch?

Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, and Cathay Pacific can get you from San Francisco to Christchurch in just under 16h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Christchurch round-trip from $959. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Fiji Airways, from $1,061, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,722. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 12% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

$8,136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines.