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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Christchurch.Rs129,423 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,423, select.
Christchurch.Rs132,815 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs132,815, select.
Christchurch.Rs138,751 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs138,751, select.
Christchurch.Rs171,059 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs171,059, select.
Christchurch.Rs176,720 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs176,720, select.
Christchurch.Rs193,946 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs193,946, select.
Christchurch.Rs217,374 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs217,374, select.
Christchurch.Rs222,112 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs222,112, 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 March.
Nov
from Rs257,939
Dec
from Rs193,946
Jan
from Rs176,720
Feb
from Rs138,751
Mar
from Rs129,423
Apr
from Rs132,815
May
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Jun
from Rs287,997
Jul
from Rs222,112
Aug
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Sep
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Oct
from Rs171,059

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.

San Francisco to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs129,423
Cheapest month to flyMarch
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 Rs265,873. 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 November 2025, 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 March.
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 Sunday, 15 March 2026.
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 International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 5 minutes.

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Christchurch 20 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • To ensure you get on your SFO to CHC flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into Christchurch (and then discovering more of New Zealand!) is a cinch with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.

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

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and CHC:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Auckland Airport

    • Nadi International Airport

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is Rs129,423. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs265,873. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from SFO to CHC, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure date.

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

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to CHC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

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

  • Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • Christchurch International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Christchurch in April.

  • The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to CHC in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Christchurch is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • Dunedin is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without a visit to Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

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