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$422+ 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
May 23 — May 301
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand
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 April 23, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 7/2510:35 pm
SFO
-
CHC
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/21:05 pm
CHC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$846
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/810:35 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/152:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$847
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Wed 5/610:35 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/132:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/18$848
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 10/2811:05 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/48:00 am
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$849
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 9/2711:25 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 10/95:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/21$850
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/810:35 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/212:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$857
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/49:50 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/28:00 am
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$860
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:35 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 6/122:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/21$869
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 8/911:25 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/162:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/21$871
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 4/2210:35 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/87:00 am
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/21$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 8/911:25 pm
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/282:00 pm
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$904
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 9/211:25 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/169:00 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$946

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 April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$846
(oojo)

One-way from

$422
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,202

Good round-trip deal

$990 or less

Good one-way deal

$784 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Auckland Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to New Zealand
One-way flight from San Francisco to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($93 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Zealand.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to New Zealand.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

10:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops50h 00m

Wellington

Wed 5/27

7:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,084

San FranciscoNapier

SFO - NPE

SFONPE

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

10:35 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Napier Hawkes Bay

Sun 5/17

6:50 am-1:55 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$1,130

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Wellington

Tue 8/11

6:05 am-5:47 pm

2 stops30h 42m

$1,327
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

11:15 pm-8:10 am

Nonstop12h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/31

2:50 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,347

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

10:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Christchurch

Thu 11/19

6:05 am-3:00 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,432

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

10:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop31h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,441

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

10:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-10:06 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$1,445

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 7/4

4:04 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 21m

Christchurch

Sun 11/22

6:05 am-10:07 am

2 stops25h 02m

$1,449

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 7/5

10:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 11/20

6:05 am-10:07 am

2 stops25h 02m

$1,489

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

8:13 pm-12:20 am

2 stops33h 07m

Christchurch

Sun 6/14

4:35 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,490

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

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $76). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,253). 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 April 23, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from San Francisco to New Zealand delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New Zealand have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 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 April 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas 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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New Zealand. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Zealand from San Francisco.

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Qantas Airways fly from San Francisco to New Zealand in about 12h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6526 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $340 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $439 and Alaska Airlines from $475 one-way.

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand consider choosing SWISS (82%), United Airlines (76%) or Air New Zealand (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $658. On average you can expect to pay $1,153. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $827.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $76). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,253). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand

Discover the top 8 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$163Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$518Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$537Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$587Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$641Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$858Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$970Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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