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$409+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
Nov 4 — Nov 111
Mon 11/4
Mon 11/11
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/289:45 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 15mFiji Airways
Sat 12/149:20 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop36h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/28$933
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/199:39 amSFO - AKL
1 stop38h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/94:35 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$948
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:10 amSFO - AKL
1 stop17h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/1011:30 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops19h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$956
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:10 amSFO - AKL
1 stop17h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1011:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$960
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/264:35 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops27h 15mAir Canada
Tue 12/32:00 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop19h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 10/29$1,099
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:46 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops21h 54mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 12/174:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops20h 48mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 10/30$1,101
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:00 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 20mFiji Airways
Thu 12/52:20 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,114
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/277:50 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/47:55 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/28$1,116
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/3012:25 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/62:55 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,120
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:30 pmSFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/242:15 pmCHC - SFO
Nonstop13h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/30$1,130
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2610:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/243:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/286:00 amSFO - AKL
2 stops29h 55mDelta
Wed 12/112:50 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops22h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,148

Find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand 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, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

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San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

1 stop16h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/6

1 stop17h 15m

$745

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

1 stop38h 31m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/4

1 stop21h 29m

$765

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

1 stop21h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/23

1 stop22h 35m

$852

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 11/29

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

1 stop22h 35m

$858

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

1 stop18h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 3/4

1 stop19h 30m

$885

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

Nonstop14h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 2/4

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,030

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

1 stop23h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/27

1 stop29h 37m

$1,048

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/26

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,060

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

2 stops21h 54m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/17

2 stops20h 48m

$1,101

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/4

Nonstop12h 10m

$1,106

San FranciscoAuckland Intl

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

1 stop41h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,140

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

2 stops27h 57m

Wellington

Thu 1/30

2 stops24h 15m

$1,518

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Deals found on 10/30

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to New Zealand including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,018). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,447). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to New Zealand, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Zealand. Reviews last updated October 30, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Fiji Airways from San Francisco to New Zealand. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,339 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
69 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Zealand from San Francisco.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Hawaiian Airlines for just $745, but on average you can expect to pay $1,012.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 5 direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to New Zealand is less than $1,073.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to New Zealand for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to New Zealand within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to New Zealand flight route?

    The San Francisco to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 39 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to New Zealand on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from San Francisco to New Zealand a day.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Airlines like Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Air Canada fly from San Francisco to New Zealand in about 16h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6566 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to New Zealand one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $409 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $451 and Fiji Airways from $530 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    The most popular route from San Francisco to New Zealand is San Francisco - Auckland Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - Christchurch or San Francisco - Queenstown Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand consider choosing Air Canada (90%), Virgin Atlantic (90%) or United Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New Zealand is $675. On average you can expect to pay $3,039. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $726.

  • What does SFO to AKL mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Auckland Intl Airport (AKL). Codes like Auckland Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Christchurch Airport (CHC), Wellington Airport (WLG), Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to New Zealand flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to New Zealand with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New Zealand by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New Zealand that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to New Zealand flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to New Zealand flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Zealand (average of $1,018). Flying from San Francisco to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,447). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Zealand

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to New Zealand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$90Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$123Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$415Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$471Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
DeltaCheapest$486Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$575Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$680Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$695Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$748Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$852Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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