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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Christchurch

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 18,739. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Christchurch.R 9,411 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,411, select.
Christchurch.R 9,417 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,417, select.
Christchurch.R 9,436 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,436, select.
Christchurch.R 9,500 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,500, select.
Christchurch.R 10,136 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,136, select.
Christchurch.R 10,347 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,347, select.
Christchurch.R 10,354 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,354, select.
Christchurch.R 10,592 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,592, select.
Christchurch.R 10,669 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,669, select.
Christchurch.R 14,364 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,364, select.
Christchurch.R 14,499 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,499, select.
Christchurch.R 14,505 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,505, select.
Christchurch.R 14,543 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,543, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Christchurch

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in December.
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from R 10,354
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from R 9,500
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from R 9,411
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from R 9,417
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from R 10,347
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from R 10,669
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from R 10,592
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Direct flights from San Francisco International to Christchurch

San Francisco International to Christchurch: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Christchurch below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Christchurch.

Christchurch

10km from central Christchurch
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San Francisco to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 9,411
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time14 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Christchurch is R 16,386. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Christchurch.
Air New Zealand, SWISS and United fly direct from San Francisco International to Christchurch.
As of July 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Christchurch is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport on Friday, 5 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Fiji Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Christchurch Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 20 minutes.

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Christchurch 21 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Leave enough time to catch your SFO to CHC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • United has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Christchurch — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with United on this route.

  • United is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to CHC flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and CHC:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Auckland International Airport

    • Nadi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport flight is R 9,411. A return ticket is currently R 16,386. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from SFO to CHC by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from SFO to CHC is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:

Arriving at Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Christchurch Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Christchurch's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your ride from Christchurch Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

When to fly to Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Christchurch. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • July has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to CHC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Christchurch has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.

  • Dunedin is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No journey is complete without a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.

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