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$581+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Island

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SFO — CHC
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Island

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$964
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$581
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,098
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/251:36 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops29h 49mAir Canada
Sun 8/246:05 amCHC - SFO
2 stops23h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$964
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/227:40 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/16:05 amCHC - SFO
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$967
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops24h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 9/309:40 amCHC - SFO
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,012
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1711:25 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops24h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 11/29:40 amCHC - SFO
2 stops23h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,126
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:25 pmSFO - BHE
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/299:45 amBHE - SFO
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,141
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Tue 9/910:05 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop16h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/3012:10 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/4$1,279
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:00 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1812:45 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,283
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 8/69:39 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops39h 01mQantas Airways
Wed 8/137:05 amZQN - SFO
2 stops31h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,330
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 12/27:50 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/1810:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops21h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sat 5/2412:39 amSFO - CHC
2 stops38h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/244:00 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,495
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 10/249:05 pmSFO - BHE
1 stop17h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/299:45 amBHE - SFO
1 stop17h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,524
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:24 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops38h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/133:05 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,541

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Island 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Island that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

South Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

1:36 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops29h 49m

Christchurch

Sun 8/24

6:05 am-10:33 am

2 stops23h 28m

$964

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sun 6/22

7:40 pm-12:45 am

2 stops34h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 7/1

6:05 am-10:33 am

2 stops23h 28m

$967

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Christchurch

Tue 9/30

9:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,012

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop16h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 9/30

5:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

$1,279

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/18

12:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$1,283

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

9:39 am-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 01m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

7:05 am-7:49 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,330

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

10:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop16h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

2:15 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$1,362

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

12:39 am-9:55 am

2 stops38h 16m

Christchurch

Sun 8/24

4:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop34h 00m

$1,495

San FranciscoQueenstown

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

12:24 am-9:50 am

2 stops38h 26m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 8/13

3:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$1,541

San FranciscoDunedin

SFO - DUD

SFODUD

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

10:05 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Dunedin

Sat 6/28

3:10 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops45h 34m

$1,602

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Island from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Island?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from San Francisco to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to South Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to South Island as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in South Island by month

Plan your trip to South Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 South Island. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Singapore Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to South Island by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,287 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to South Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Island?

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Island one-way?

    $722 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and United Airlines, with prices starting from $796 and $983, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Island?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Queenstown Intl or San Francisco - Blenheim, San Francisco - Christchurch is the most popular route from San Francisco to South Island.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to South Island?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to South Island consider choosing United Airlines (75%), Air New Zealand (75%) or SWISS (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to South Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to South Island 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 San Francisco to South Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Island (average of $1,101). Flying from San Francisco to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to South Island. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$725Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,020Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,094Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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