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$617+ Cheap flights from Queenstown (ZQN) 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SFO
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Tue 10/29
Tue 11/5
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ZQN - SFO
Oct 29 - Nov 5

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Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 24, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,232
(Qantas Airways)

One-way from

$617
(American Airlines)
From Queenstown Intl to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 24, 2024.

This Qantas Airways 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 12/228:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/23$1,232
This Qantas Airways 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:30 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/255:00 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,277
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:10 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/57:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop23h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/23$1,302
This Air Canada 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:35 amZQN - SFO
2 stops22h 36mAir Canada
Sun 12/224:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 10/23$1,911
This Singapore Airlines 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:25 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 1/48:15 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops40h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/23$3,750

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Queenstown IntlSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/3

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 12/22

1 stop21h 20m

$1,232

Queenstown IntlSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/3

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/25

2 stops25h 30m

$1,277

Queenstown IntlSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Tue 12/24

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/5

1 stop23h 05m

$1,302

Queenstown IntlSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/4

2 stops22h 36m

San Francisco

Sun 12/22

2 stops27h 05m

$1,911

Queenstown IntlSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Sun 12/22

2 stops32h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 1/4

2 stops40h 25m

$3,750

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Deals found on 10/23

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Travel insights for flights from Queenstown to San Francisco

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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 October 24, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very good
541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
834 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queenstown to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Queenstown to San Francisco for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Queenstown to San Francisco for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qantas Airways for just $1,232, but on average you can expect to pay $1,894.

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

    Currently priced at $1,232, Qantas Airways will fly you from Queenstown to San Francisco and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,302 and $1,911, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $617. Air New Zealand flights start at $623 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $780 one-way.

  • What does ZQN to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Queenstown Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ZQN to SFO flight.

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

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

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Queenstown to San Francisco 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 Queenstown to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Queenstown to San Francisco 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 Queenstown to San Francisco?

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

    The Queenstown to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/23.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Queenstown to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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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