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September 26 - October 10

Cheapest

Best

SFO - Wellington

$965

$879

Round trip

September 26 - October 17

Best

SFO - Wellington

$960

$881

Round trip

October 17 - October 31

Best

SFO - Wellington

$1,021

$928

Round trip

October 10 - October 31

Best

SFO - Wellington

$1,016

$928

Round trip

September 19 - September 26

SFO - Wellington

$973

$928

Round trip

September 12 - September 19

Earliest

SFO - Wellington

$965

$928

Round trip

September 12 - September 26

Earliest

SFO - Wellington

$933

$928

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September 19 - October 10

SFO - Wellington

$936

$928

Round trip

September 12 - October 10

Earliest

SFO - Wellington

$927

$928

Round trip

October 10 - October 17

Best

SFO - Wellington

$1,032

$930

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Francisco to Wellington

Flights from San Francisco to Wellington typically range from $608–$1053, with a median fare of $714. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from San Francisco to Wellington may require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When considering how long is the flight from San Francisco to Wellington, a typical journey, including connections, takes about 24h 50m. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a significant distance of 10,846 kilometers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Wellington is often in December, with a median fare of $497. Other affordable months include August, where the median fare is $582, and October, with a median fare of $584. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a more favorable price.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Wellington

Regular price: $827 - $1,650

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Wellington are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $827 to $1650. The current lowest deal is $879 with Fiji Airways, for travel from Sep 26-Oct 10.

now $879

Low $827

High $1,650

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from SFO to WLG is December, with a median price of $497. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1088. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $497

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,088

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Direct flights from San Francisco to Wellington

Fiji Airways

Jetstar

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Wellington

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,146

$4,805

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,146

$4,882

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,146

$4,958

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,143

$4,805

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,141

$4,882

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Wellington

San Francisco (SFO) - Wellington (WLG)

Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines

$1,143

$4,905

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Wellington

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$1,205 → $930

23%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$1,032 → $930

10%

14 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 31

$1,021 → $928

25 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 21

$1,031 → $941

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Wellington

San Francisco - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for San Francisco to Wellington are above the typical level at $879.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Wellington, with a median price of $497.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 24h 50m long.

The median flight duration from San Francisco to Wellington is 24 hours and 50 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only.

There are no direct flights available on this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Fiji Airways offers the most deals.

Fiji Airways historically offers the most deals for flights from San Francisco to Wellington.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking 1-3 months ahead.

Based on recent trends, booking 1 to 3 months in advance may offer better deals.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Wellington.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$879

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is the primary airport for travelers flying to Wellington from San Francisco.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$879

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North is a practical land-based alternative to Wellington, offering consistent regional service.

📍 ~110 km from Wellington (reachable by car or rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1030

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast is the closest alternative airport, convenient for travelers in northern Wellington suburbs.

📍 ~50 km from Wellington (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1303

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International is a major international gateway with an extensive route network and high reliability.

📍 ~310 km from Wellington (requires ferry or separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$781

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport is an alternative for regional domestic travel, located on the same island as Wellington.

📍 ~150 km from Wellington (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1097

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson is a major regional airport with good connectivity to other North and South Island hubs.

📍 ~130 km from Wellington (requires crossing Cook Strait)

💸 Flights from ~$1018

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

76% AI deal score

$6,930

From SFO

Elite

Sep 26

Wellington, New Zealand

76% AI deal score

Wellington, New Zealand

50% AI deal score

$12,913

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across various booking sites. Consider being flexible with your travel dates, as prices can fluctuate significantly. Setting up price alerts may also help you track fare changes.

Booking in advance can sometimes secure better deals, but last-minute sales also occur. It's often recommended to monitor prices over several weeks or months. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices are dynamic.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can be substantial. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Wellington

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Wellington

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Wellington

Direct flights from San Francisco to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Wellington

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Wellington

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Wellington

San Francisco - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in December for the best prices.

Flights are typically 24h 50m long.

Connecting flights only.

Fiji Airways offers the most deals.

Consider booking 1-3 months ahead.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

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