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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch from $428

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10:55 pm - 12:50 pmSFO-CHC
40h 55m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 10:45 amCHC-SFO
40h 25m1 stop
$894Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:52 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-CHC
22h 33m2 stops
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6:00 am - 12:32 pmCHC-SFO
25h 32m2 stops
$931Air Canada
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Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Apr 5
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 12:50 pmSFO-CHC
28h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:20 pm - 10:15 pmCHC-SFO
27h 55m1 stop
$944Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 12
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7:31 am - 7:35 amSFO-CHC
27h 04m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:34 amCHC-SFO
25h 24m2 stops
$963Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Feb 1
Air Canada Logo
6:00 pm - 12:40 amSFO-CHC
33h 40m2 stops
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8:45 am - 10:34 amCHC-SFO
22h 49m2 stops
$964Air Canada
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Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Mar 6
Air Canada Logo
6:52 pm - 1:55 pmSFO-CHC
22h 03m2 stops
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6:10 am - 12:20 pmCHC-SFO
26h 10m2 stops
$976Air Canada
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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 1:10 pmSFO-CHC
18h 05m1 stop
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9:50 am - 12:25 pmCHC-SFO
23h 35m2 stops
$977Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Feb 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 12:40 amSFO-CHC
38h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:20 pmCHC-SFO
26h 00m2 stops
$987Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Mar 12
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 pm - 12:50 pmSFO-CHC
40h 55m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:20 pm - 10:45 amCHC-SFO
40h 25m1 stop
$994Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Feb 20 - Thu, Mar 12
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6:34 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-CHC
54h 46m2 stops
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6:10 am - 10:34 amCHC-SFO
25h 24m2 stops
$997Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 3

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Christchurch flight tickets
Air Canada
Mar 15
SFO6:52 pmSan Francisco
22h 33m
2 stops
CHC1:25 pmChristchurch
Apr 5
CHC6:00 amChristchurch
25h 32m
2 stops
SFO12:32 pmSan Francisco
$931
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Air Canada
Feb 23
SFO6:00 pmSan Francisco
33h 40m
2 stops
CHC12:40 amChristchurch
Mar 6
CHC8:45 amChristchurch
22h 49m
2 stops
SFO10:34 amSan Francisco
$964
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Air Canada
Mar 1
SFO6:52 pmSan Francisco
22h 03m
2 stops
CHC1:55 pmChristchurch
Mar 19
CHC6:10 amChristchurch
26h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:20 pmSan Francisco
$976
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Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

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Qantas Airways
Nov 28
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
22h 10m
1 stop
CHC3:25 pmChristchurch
Dec 6
CHC3:55 pmChristchurch
26h 35m
2 stops
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
$1,543
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Qantas Airways
Nov 28
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
26h 25m
2 stops
CHC2:55 pmChristchurch
Dec 6
CHC3:55 pmChristchurch
26h 35m
2 stops
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
$1,548
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Qantas Airways
Dec 1
SFO12:59 amSan Francisco
41h 46m
2 stops
CHC3:45 pmChristchurch
Dec 9
CHC6:05 amChristchurch
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
$1,590
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Christchurch 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
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San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

10:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop40h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 3/9

2:20 pm-10:45 am

1 stop40h 25m

$894

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

6:52 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops22h 33m

Christchurch

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-12:32 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$931

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

11:25 am-12:50 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

2:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$944

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

7:31 am-7:35 am

2 stops27h 04m

Christchurch

Sun 2/1

6:10 am-10:34 am

2 stops25h 24m

$963

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:00 pm-12:40 am

2 stops33h 40m

Christchurch

Fri 3/6

8:45 am-10:34 am

2 stops22h 49m

$964

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:52 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops22h 03m

Christchurch

Thu 3/19

6:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$976

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

10:05 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 2/1

9:50 am-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$977

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

1:20 pm-12:40 am

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

6:20 am-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$987

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

10:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop40h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

2:20 pm-10:45 am

1 stop40h 25m

$994

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:34 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops54h 46m

Christchurch

Tue 2/3

6:10 am-10:34 am

2 stops25h 24m

$997

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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 $1,226. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in April, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,234.

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 $1,379. 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 Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,995. 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 in the evening when prices are around $1,548.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Christchurch flight route?

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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 $1,494 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 $1,100 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Christchurch flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Christchurch flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Christchurch flights are approximately 51% more expensive 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.
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Cheap San Francisco to Christchurch (SFO to CHC) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$890

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

Mon, Thu and Sat

Airports in Christchurch

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Christchurch from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $890. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Christchurch found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,756.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Christchurch takes 14h 10m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Christchurch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Christchurch: Christchurch (CHC)
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  • 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 18h 05m 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?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Christchurch

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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $709Free CancellationRating
8.1
209 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,068Free CancellationRating
8.0
537 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,075Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,046 reviews
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