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$406+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
Oct 29 — Nov 51
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Tue 11/5
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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 October 24, 2024.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Wed 12/44:35 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2611:10 amAKL - SFO
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$892
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:00 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Sun 12/82:00 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop19h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/23$897
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/14:35 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/112:00 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop45h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 10/22$922
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:10 amSFO - AKL
1 stop17h 10mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/2611:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop21h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/24$967
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/187:05 amSFO - AKL
1 stop17h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/1911:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/24$1,008
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1910:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/267:55 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/23$1,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/2510:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/93:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/24$1,140
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/255:30 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop18h 25mDelta
Mon 12/92:50 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops30h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/24$1,145
This Air Tahiti Nui deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Tahiti Nui is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2610:06 amSFO - AKL
2 stops30h 34mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 12/84:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops20h 30mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 10/23$1,153
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/306:51 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops32h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/56:00 amCHC - SFO
2 stops27h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,169
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 10/2611:55 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop41h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/52:55 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/23$1,171
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/282:55 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops35h 40mAir Canada
Wed 4/26:10 amCHC - SFO
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 10/24$1,171

Find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand within your budget

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 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.

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San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

2 stops32h 52m

Christchurch

Wed 2/5

2 stops27h 01m

$771

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

1 stop21h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/9

1 stop19h 11m

$778

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/9

2 stops25h 26m

$783

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

1 stop28h 55m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/10

1 stop24h 25m

$871

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 2/17

1 stop16h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/20

1 stop19h 25m

$956

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 12/2

1 stop17h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/26

1 stop21h 29m

$967

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

Nonstop14h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 2/25

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,031

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

2 stops24h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/30

2 stops21h 21m

$1,046

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

2 stops22h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/12

1 stop16h 02m

$1,061

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 11/19

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/26

Nonstop12h 10m

$1,083

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

1 stop41h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/16

1 stop27h 20m

$1,131

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 11/20

2 stops34h 50m

Christchurch

Thu 11/28

2 stops26h 03m

$1,415

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Deals found on 10/23

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,020). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,447). 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 October 24, 2024.

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.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 October 24, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Delta and Air New Zealand from San Francisco to New Zealand. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
799 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Zealand from San Francisco.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $771, but on average you can expect to pay $1,039.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to New Zealand is less than $1,169.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $1,100?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from San Francisco to New Zealand within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

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

    The San Francisco to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 38 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $530 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tahiti Nui from $539 and Hawaiian Airlines from $545 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco to New Zealand is San Francisco - Auckland Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Queenstown Intl.

  • 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 Air Canada (90%), Virgin Atlantic (90%) or United Airlines (85%) 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 $588. On average you can expect to pay $3,053. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $778.

  • What does SFO to AKL mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Auckland Intl Airport (AKL). Codes like Auckland Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Christchurch Airport (CHC), Wellington Airport (WLG), Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to New Zealand 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 San Francisco to New Zealand with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to New Zealand 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand 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 San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to New Zealand 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 San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,020). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,447). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand

Discover the top 10 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 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$90Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$123Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$415Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$471Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
DeltaCheapest$486Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$575Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$680Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$695Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$748Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$852Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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