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$376+ Cheap flights from New Zealand to San Francisco (SFO)

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$775
(Fiji Airways)

One-way from

$376
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$974

Good round-trip deal

$1,200 or less

Good one-way deal

$537 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:05 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Fri 9/1210:35 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$775
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/107:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/1711:05 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/30$872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/191:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/111:20 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop30h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$881
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 8/37:20 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop36h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/2010:05 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/1$886
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 9/96:35 amAKL - SFO
2 stops22h 53mAir Canada
Tue 9/2311:40 amSFO - AKL
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$900
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 6/156:00 amWLG - SFO
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/2210:05 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$908
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/64:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1410:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$915
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 6/136:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2011:20 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops41h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$917
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/131:55 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Sun 9/710:35 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$927
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/196:10 amAKL - SFO
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 6/111:20 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop23h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/1$970
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/216:05 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$990
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 9/97:30 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops44h 00mChina Airlines
Mon 9/221:05 amSFO - AKL
2 stops45h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,001

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 9/7

1:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

10:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$775

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

11:05 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop13h 05m

$872

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/19

1:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

10:05 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop12h 55m

$881

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Sun 8/3

8:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop35h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

10:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$889

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/9

6:35 am-10:28 am

2 stops22h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

11:40 am-2:55 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$900

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Sun 6/15

6:00 am-8:10 am

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 6/22

11:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops38h 20m

$908

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 6/13

6:10 am-8:10 am

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

11:20 pm-11:25 am

2 stops41h 05m

$917

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/13

1:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

10:35 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$927

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/19

6:10 am-8:05 am

1 stop20h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

11:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$970

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/13

3:35 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops22h 32m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

10:35 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$992

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 NZ to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Zealand to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Zealand to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to San Francisco. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and China Airlines from New Zealand to San Francisco 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

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

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from New Zealand. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    The New Zealand to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 19 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 New Zealand to San Francisco one-way?

    $376 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and United Airlines, with prices starting from $404 and $441, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Auckland Intl - San Francisco, Wellington - San Francisco or Christchurch - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to San Francisco.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco consider choosing SWISS (83%), United Airlines (78%) or Air New Zealand (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco is generally $1,206, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $370. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $850 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Zealand to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 New Zealand to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to San Francisco. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$630Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$885Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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