Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Auckland (AKL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 23m.

How often are flights from Christchurch to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Christchurch and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Christchurch and San Francisco?

Nadi (NAN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $686.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to San Francisco

How many flights depart from Christchurch to San Francisco on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Christchurch to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 20m.

How many flights depart from Christchurch to San Francisco on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from Christchurch to San Francisco as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $849.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Christchurch to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,148. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,342.

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How have Christchurch to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Christchurch to San Francisco flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	13h 00m
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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Christchurch in the past 72 hours is $551. The best round-trip flight deal from Christchurch to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $880.

The fastest flight from Christchurch to San Francisco takes 13h 00m

Direct flights go from Christchurch to San Francisco on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Air New Zealand.

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San Francisco is 6928.1 mi away from Christchurch. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 13h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Christchurch Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Christchurch to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Christchurch to San Francisco is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (87.50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (12.50%).

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If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $849.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Christchurch to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,148. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,342.

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How have Christchurch to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Christchurch to San Francisco flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to San Francisco

How often are flights from Christchurch to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Christchurch and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Christchurch and San Francisco?

Nadi (NAN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $686.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 20m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Christchurch to San Francisco?

Auckland (AKL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 23m.

How many flights depart from Christchurch to San Francisco on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from Christchurch to San Francisco as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Christchurch to San Francisco on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Christchurch to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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