$499+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New Zealand
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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New ZealandExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Find flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $882 (CheapTickets.ch) |
One-way from | $499 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,608 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,109 or less |
Good one-way deal | $835 or less |
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San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Sun 4/5
11:25 pm-7:10 am
2 stops36h 45m
Wellington
Sat 4/18
6:45 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops38h 05m
San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Fri 2/6
10:05 pm-7:05 am
2 stops36h 00m
Wellington
Fri 2/20
7:40 am-12:25 pm
2 stops25h 45m
San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Fri 4/3
11:25 pm-6:10 pm
2 stops22h 45m
Wellington
Sat 4/18
9:10 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops35h 40m
San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Sun 2/15
10:05 pm-5:05 pm
2 stops22h 00m
Wellington
Sat 2/21
9:05 pm-12:25 pm
2 stops36h 20m
San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Tue 1/27
4:30 pm-6:15 pm
3 stops28h 45m
Wellington
Tue 2/3
6:00 am-10:34 am
2 stops25h 34m
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
Tue 3/3
10:45 pm-9:10 am
Nonstop13h 25m
Auckland Intl
Wed 3/18
2:50 pm-7:05 am
Nonstop12h 15m
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
Mon 2/2
5:05 pm-8:35 am
2 stops18h 30m
Auckland Intl
Wed 2/18
2:35 pm-4:09 pm
2 stops22h 34m
San FranciscoWellington
SFO - WLG
SFOWLG
San Francisco
Tue 4/7
6:50 pm-3:10 pm
2 stops25h 20m
Wellington
Tue 5/5
7:50 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops37h 00m
San FranciscoChristchurch
SFO - CHC
SFOCHC
San Francisco
Sat 3/14
5:20 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops23h 50m
Christchurch
Sun 3/22
9:50 am-1:25 pm
2 stops23h 35m
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
Sun 3/1
10:45 pm-9:10 am
Nonstop13h 25m
Auckland Intl
Sun 3/15
2:50 pm-7:05 am
Nonstop12h 15m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New Zealand
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $388). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in September is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 NZ?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to New Zealand in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to New Zealand?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. 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 December 16, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to NZ0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How often are flights from San Francisco to New Zealand delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New Zealand flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New Zealand flights?
Over the last year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from San Francisco to New Zealand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to New Zealand. 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 December 16, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$155 | Average$1,215 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$500 | Average$1,163 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time73% | |
| Cheapest$518 | Average$922 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$633 | Average$848 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$645 | Average$1,158 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$650 | Average$1,271 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$650 | Average$1,128 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$893 | Average$1,411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$981 | Average$1,445 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |