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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Queenstown Intl

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl 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 San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl 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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10:05 pm - 2:00 pmSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

20h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

9:00 am - 12:55 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 55m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,116Air New Zealand

Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19

10:05 pm - 9:50 amSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

9:00 am - 12:55 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 55m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,123Air New Zealand

Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19

7:50 pm - 10:50 amSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

18h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

2:35 pm - 11:05 amZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,124Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 9

10:05 pm - 10:50 amSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

17h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Wellington

2:35 pm - 12:55 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,124Air New Zealand

Sun, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 19

11:10 pm - 7:45 pmSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

25h 35m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

10:35 am - 1:40 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

$1,126Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 29

10:05 pm - 9:15 pmSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

26h 10m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

8:30 pm - 12:40 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

37h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

$1,126Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6

10:45 pm - 7:45 pmSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

24h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:35 am - 11:05 amZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 30m2 stops Wellington Auckland Intl

$1,130Air New Zealand

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 9

10:05 pm - 9:50 amSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:15 pm - 12:55 pmZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,130Air New Zealand

Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19

7:50 pm - 11:30 amSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

18h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:35 pm - 11:05 amZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,130Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 9

7:50 pm - 12:40 pmSFO San Francisco-ZQN Queenstown Intl

19h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:35 pm - 11:05 amZQN Queenstown Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

$1,130Air New Zealand

Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 9

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Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Queenstown

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Air New Zealand

Apr 12

SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco

20h 55m

2 stops

ZQN2:00 pmQueenstown Intl

Apr 19

ZQN9:00 amQueenstown Intl

22h 55m

2 stops

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,116

Air New Zealand

Apr 12

SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco

16h 45m

1 stop

ZQN9:50 amQueenstown Intl

Apr 19

ZQN9:00 amQueenstown Intl

22h 55m

2 stops

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,123

Air New Zealand

Jan 25

SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco

18h 00m

2 stops

ZQN10:50 amQueenstown Intl

Feb 9

ZQN2:35 pmQueenstown Intl

17h 30m

2 stops

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

$1,124

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Queenstown

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Qantas Airways

Jan 27

SFO7:05 pmSan Francisco

24h 10m

2 stops

ZQN4:15 pmQueenstown Intl

Feb 9

ZQN10:45 amQueenstown Intl

21h 32m

2 stops

SFO11:17 amSan Francisco

$1,259

Qantas Airways

Nov 22

SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco

20h 50m

1 stop

ZQN2:35 pmQueenstown Intl

Nov 29

ZQN7:00 amQueenstown Intl

28h 19m

2 stops

SFO2:19 pmSan Francisco

$1,878

Qantas Airways

Nov 22

SFO3:54 pmSan Francisco

23h 51m

2 stops

ZQN12:45 pmQueenstown Intl

Dec 1

ZQN7:00 amQueenstown Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,890

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Mon 4/12

10:05 pm-2:00 pm

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9:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops22h 55m

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2 stops17h 45m

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2:35 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$1,124

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 4/6

11:10 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/29

10:35 am-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,126

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Fri 2/26

10:05 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 3/6

8:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$1,126

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 1/26

10:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/9

11:35 am-11:05 am

2 stops20h 30m

$1,130

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San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 4/12

10:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 4/19

2:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$1,130

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 1/25

7:50 pm-11:30 am

1 stop18h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/9

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

$1,130

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO San Francisco - ZQN Queenstown Intl

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 1/27

7:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 2/9

2:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 30m

$1,130

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Queenstown?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,788 to $2,161.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,116.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly to Queenstown from San Francisco is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Queenstown in July, then you should wait until June to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $0.

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Best Price Found	$650
Fastest flight time	17h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Queenstown from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $650. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Queenstown found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,116.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Queenstown takes 17h 00m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Queenstown. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Queenstown.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Queenstown

How far is San Francisco to Queenstown Intl by plane?
Queenstown Intl is 7143.0 mi away from San Francisco. 17h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl 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 San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl 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 airline from San Francisco to Queenstown?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Queenstown is Air New Zealand (100% of total bookings).

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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,109	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 683 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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