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$1,233+ Cheap flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — SFO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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$1,233
(Jettzy)
From Queenstown Intl to San Francisco
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This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/83:25 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 5/245:49 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops32h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,241
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:20 amZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/2411:05 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/15$1,891
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:20 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2312:20 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$2,419
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/84:30 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops40h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 5/2410:25 amSFO - ZQN
3 stops58h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$3,282

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Queenstown to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Queenstown

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San Francisco

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Depart

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QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/8

3:25 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

5:49 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops32h 26m

$1,233

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/30

3:25 pm-7:58 pm

2 stops23h 33m

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

7:55 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,279

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/30

3:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

11:20 pm-11:25 am

2 stops41h 05m

$1,502

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Fri 5/30

3:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

10:05 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,510

QueenstownSan Francisco

ZQN - SFO

ZQNSFO

Queenstown Intl

Thu 5/8

4:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops40h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

10:25 am-3:40 pm

3 stops58h 15m

$3,282

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/14

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Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 16, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,553 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
464 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,233, Qantas Airways will fly you from Queenstown to San Francisco and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,502 and $1,510, respectively.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Queenstown to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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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