Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Zealand from $550

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11:05 pm - 11:05 pmSFO-CHC
28h 00m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 12:05 pmCHC-SFO
35h 05m1 stop
$861Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
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10:05 pm - 5:35 pmSFO-CHC
22h 30m2 stops
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9:50 am - 1:25 pmCHC-SFO
23h 35m2 stops
$873Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 25
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6:52 pm - 2:25 pmSFO-CHC
22h 33m2 stops
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6:10 am - 3:35 pmCHC-SFO
29h 25m2 stops
$918Air Canada
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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 19
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7:50 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-ZQN
19h 30m2 stops
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2:35 pm - 11:05 amZQN-SFO
17h 30m2 stops
$955Air New Zealand
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Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
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2:00 pm - 5:00 amSFO-AKL
20h 00m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 12:55 pmAKL-SFO
12h 05mnonstop
$957Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
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9:15 pm - 12:25 amSFO-AKL
31h 10m1 stop
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7:15 pm - 11:04 amAKL-SFO
35h 49m2 stops
$959Qantas Airways
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Fri, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 28
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6:40 pm - 5:15 pmSFO-AKL
26h 35m1 stop
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7:30 am - 6:15 amAKL-SFO
18h 45m2 stops
$960Air New Zealand
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Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24
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12:17 am - 9:10 amSFO-AKL
35h 53m1 stop
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8:35 pm - 3:05 pmAKL-SFO
39h 30m2 stops
$965Qantas Airways
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Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 7
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6:52 pm - 12:05 amSFO-WLG
33h 13m2 stops
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6:00 am - 10:34 amWLG-SFO
24h 34m2 stops
$968Air Canada
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Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22
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12:43 am - 2:30 pmSFO-DUD
40h 47m2 stops
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9:25 am - 4:58 pmDUD-SFO
26h 33m2 stops
$1,592United Airlines
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Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Jun 18

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to New Zealand

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Qantas Airways
Mar 20
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
31h 10m
1 stop
AKL12:25 amAuckland Intl
Mar 28
AKL7:15 pmAuckland Intl
35h 49m
2 stops
SFO11:04 amSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Jan 25
SFO12:17 amSan Francisco
35h 53m
1 stop
AKL9:10 amAuckland Intl
Feb 7
AKL8:35 pmAuckland Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SFO3:05 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Mar 27
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
19h 05m
1 stop
AKL12:20 pmAuckland Intl
Apr 6
AKL3:55 pmAuckland Intl
24h 03m
2 stops
SFO8:58 pmSan Francisco

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to New Zealand

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Air New Zealand
Feb 2
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
19h 30m
2 stops
ZQN12:20 pmQueenstown Intl
Feb 9
ZQN2:35 pmQueenstown Intl
17h 30m
2 stops
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Mar 16
SFO6:40 pmSan Francisco
26h 35m
1 stop
AKL5:15 pmAuckland Intl
Mar 24
AKL7:30 amAuckland Intl
18h 45m
2 stops
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Jan 21
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
12h 55m
AKL5:45 amAuckland Intl
Mar 23
AKL9:00 pmAuckland Intl
29h 15m
2 stops
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco

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San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

11:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 3/22

9:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$861

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:05 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 3/25

9:50 am-1:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$873

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:52 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops22h 33m

Christchurch

Thu 3/19

6:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$918

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

7:50 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 2/9

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

$955

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

2:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/21

7:50 pm-12:55 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

$957

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

9:15 pm-12:25 am

1 stop31h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/28

7:15 pm-11:04 am

2 stops35h 49m

$959

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

6:40 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/24

7:30 am-6:15 am

2 stops18h 45m

$960

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

12:17 am-9:10 am

1 stop35h 53m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/7

8:35 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$965

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

6:52 pm-12:05 am

2 stops33h 13m

Wellington

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-10:34 am

2 stops24h 34m

$968

San FranciscoDunedin

SFO - DUD

SFODUD

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

12:43 am-2:30 pm

2 stops40h 47m

Dunedin

Thu 6/18

9:25 am-4:58 pm

2 stops26h 33m

$1,592

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from San Francisco is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,136, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New Zealand during the month of March, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,144.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,334. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from San Francisco to New Zealand on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,428. 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 New Zealand?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to New Zealand at noon for as low as $719. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,381. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to New Zealand flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $1,254 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from San Francisco for as low as $1,041 on momondo.

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

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

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You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to New Zealand flight.

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Best Price Found

$772

Fastest flight time

12h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New Zealand

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Zealand from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $772. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to New Zealand found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,131.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to New Zealand takes 12h 55m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to New Zealand every day.
There is 1 airport near New Zealand: Auckland Intl (AKL)
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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to New Zealand.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

    The required travel and health documents for your New Zealand trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Zealand. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8.6
70 reviews
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7.8
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7.9
8,008 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $650Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,448 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $658Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,287 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $679Free CancellationRating
8.1
209 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $787Free CancellationRating
7.5
934 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $894Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,017 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $991Free CancellationRating
8.0
526 reviews
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