Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch from $353

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch departing on 8/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Find the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Cheap round-trip flights

Fiji Airways Logo
10:55 pm - 4:15 pmSFO-CHC
22h 20m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 1:45 pmCHC-SFO
19h 30m1 stop
$707Fiji Airways
Find Deal
Sat, Jul 26 - Thu, Jul 31
 Logo
11:25 pm - 1:05 pmSFO-CHC
17h 40m1 stop
 Logo
9:40 am - 1:25 pmCHC-SFO
23h 45m2 stops
Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 2
Air Canada Logo
4:19 pm - 12:40 amSFO-CHC
36h 21m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:10 am - 10:39 amCHC-SFO
25h 29m2 stops
$1,019Air Canada
Find Deal
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 18
Air Canada Logo
6:05 pm - 11:05 pmSFO-CHC
32h 00m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:00 am - 11:05 amCHC-SFO
21h 05m1 stop
$1,031Air Canada
Find Deal
Sat, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 1
Qantas Airways Logo
9:15 pm - 3:25 pmSFO-CHC
22h 10m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
4:30 pm - 3:45 pmCHC-SFO
20h 15m1 stop
$1,236Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 18
Qantas Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 3:25 pmSFO-CHC
26h 25m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
4:30 pm - 3:45 pmCHC-SFO
20h 15m1 stop
$1,241Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 18
Air New Zealand Logo
7:50 pm - 2:25 pmSFO-CHC
21h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
8:10 pm - 11:05 amCHC-SFO
35h 55m1 stop
$1,286Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
Air New Zealand Logo
7:50 pm - 11:25 amSFO-CHC
18h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
2:00 pm - 11:05 amCHC-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
$1,300Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Wed, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 22
United Airlines Logo
10:59 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-CHC
40h 26m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:25 amCHC-SFO
23h 25m1 stop
$1,432United Airlines
Find Deal
Sun, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 19
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 9:25 amSFO-CHC
16h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 11:05 amCHC-SFO
16h 05m1 stop
$1,433United Airlines
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Dec 11

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Our best Qantas Airways deals on San Francisco to Christchurch flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Oct 28
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
CHC3:25 pmChristchurch
Nov 18
CHC4:30 pmChristchurch
20h 15m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Oct 28
SFO5:00 pmSan Francisco
26h 25m
2 stops
CHC3:25 pmChristchurch
Nov 18
CHC4:30 pmChristchurch
20h 15m
1 stop
SFO3:45 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Oct 23
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
22h 25m
1 stop
CHC3:25 pmChristchurch
Nov 3
CHC6:05 amChristchurch
30h 20m
2 stops
SFO3:25 pmSan Francisco

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Christchurch flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Jul 2
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
2 stops
CHC3:25 pmChristchurch
Dec 17
CHC1:10 amChristchurch
27h 40m
1 stop
SFO7:50 amSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
Jul 2
SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco
40h 25m
1 stop
CHC9:30 amChristchurch
Dec 17
CHC1:10 amChristchurch
27h 40m
1 stop
SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

See travel insights to Christchurch from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Christchurch

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,098. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in April, then you should wait until August to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,109.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,270. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from San Francisco to Christchurch on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,562. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to Christchurch in the afternoon for as low as $1,345. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Christchurch is at noon when prices are around $1,486.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Christchurch flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Christchurch for the best San Francisco - Christchurch flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Christchurch?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around $1,426 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from San Francisco for as low as $1,130 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Christchurch flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Christchurch flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of June 2025, prices for San Francisco to Christchurch flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated round-trip price

Cheap San Francisco to Christchurch (SFO to CHC) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Christchurch

Best Price Found

$353

Fastest flight time

15h 50m

Direct flights

Sat

Airports in Christchurch

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Christchurch from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $353. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Christchurch found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $707.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Christchurch takes 15h 50m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Christchurch on Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Air New Zealand.
There is 1 airport near Christchurch: Christchurch (CHC)

  • How far is San Francisco to Christchurch by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to Christchurch will travel around 6928.1 mi. Typically, this will take 15h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Christchurch Airport?

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Christchurch Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Christchurch Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Christchurch Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Christchurch?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Christchurch?


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Christchurch

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Christchurch with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $721Free CancellationRating
8.0
200 reviews
Search Fiji Airways flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,037Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,810 reviews
Search United Airlines flights
Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,049Free CancellationRating
8.0
485 reviews
Search Air New Zealand flights

Traveling to a place near Christchurch?

Book flights to Christchurch if you plan to visit one of these locations
Springfield

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Christchurch?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from San Francisco to Christchurch. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Christchurch from San Francisco with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch?

Once all potential San Francisco to Christchurch flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Christchurch from San Francisco are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.


An easier way to manage your Christchurch trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30

Find better results for your trip to New Zealand