What percentage of San Francisco to Christchurch flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from San Francisco to Christchurch have historically represented a small portion of the available options, accounting for 4.9% of all flights. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most journeys on this route will involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from San Francisco to Christchurch?

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to Christchurch has a duration of approximately 14 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration historically extends to about 18 hours and 5 minutes. The route covers an approximate distance of 11,147 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from San Francisco to Christchurch?

Historically, good prices on flights from San Francisco to Christchurch have been available on a regular basis. This indicates that travelers seeking deals on this route typically have opportunities to find favorable fares. While prices can fluctuate, the route has consistently offered competitive pricing within the trailing 30 days.

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2027-01-08 – 2027-01-17
SFO - Christchurch
82% AI deal score
$1,038
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SFO - Christchurch
86% AI deal score
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$941
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SFO - Christchurch
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SFO - Christchurch
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SFO - Christchurch
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SFO - Christchurch
73% AI deal score
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SFO - Christchurch
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San Francisco to Christchurch: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

Most itineraries for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch connect at least once, with only 4.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely have at least two stops on your journey to Christchurch.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Christchurch takes approximately 24h 45m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the various layovers and transfers you might encounter on this long-haul route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch? The data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $734. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median fare of $1059, and November, where the median fare is $1066. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Fares for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch typically range from $1165–$2044, with a median of $1688. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from San Francisco to Christchurch can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Christchurch

Regular price: $902 - $2,091

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch is typically between $902 and $2091. The current lowest deal is $888 with Fiji Airways, for travel from Jan 8-Jan 17.

now $888

Low $902

High $2,091

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch is April, with a median price of $734. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1213. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $734

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,213

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Christchurch

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Frontier Airlines

$1,113

$1,248

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,130

$1,133

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

QantasLink

$1,062

$1,935

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

QantasLink

$1,114

$1,990

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Turkish Airlines, Emirates Airlines

$1,014

$2,564

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Turkish Airlines, Emirates Airlines

$1,014

$2,569

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

$1,161 → $944

19%

9 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 17

$1,033 → $888

14%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$1,179 → $1,035

12%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$1,161 → $1,040

10%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch

San Francisco - Christchurch route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Francisco to Christchurch are above the typical level at $888.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $734.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 24h 45m long

Flights from San Francisco to Christchurch typically take 24h 45m, covering 11147 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Fiji Airways offers a deal at $888

Fiji Airways has a deal for $888 from January 8 to January 17.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch appear regularly.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a good choice for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch.

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

💸 Flights from ~$782

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Christchurch and the surrounding Canterbury region.

📍 ~10 km from Christchurch city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$782

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport is a major regional hub, offering a reliable alternative for South Island travel.

📍 ~320 km from Christchurch (approximately a 4.5 to 5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$1,076

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Christchurch

78% AI deal score

$6,711

$6,157

Save $554

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch is typically between 14 and 27 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $848. Booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $1171, while booking 0-6 days before departure typically results in a higher average price of $1737. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1485.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Francisco to Christchurch is typically around $1165 or less. The median price observed for this route over the same period was $1688. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $2044 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $1165 threshold.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch, with a median price of $734. Other months that have shown more affordable median prices include June at $1059 and November at $1066. The annual median price for this route is $1688, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for lower fares might consider these months.

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San Francisco to Christchurch: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Christchurch

Regular price: $902 - $2,091

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Christchurch is typically between $902 and $2091. The current lowest deal is $888 with Fiji Airways, for travel from Jan 8-Jan 17.

now $888

Low $902

High $2,091

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch

April

Cheapest

Flights from $734

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,213

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Christchurch

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Christchurch

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Frontier Airlines

$1,113

$1,248

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,130

$1,133

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

QantasLink

$1,062

$1,935

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

QantasLink

$1,114

$1,990

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Turkish Airlines, Emirates Airlines

$1,014

$2,564

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Christchurch

San Francisco (SFO) - Christchurch (CHC)

Turkish Airlines, Emirates Airlines

$1,014

$2,569

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

$1,161 → $944

19%

9 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 17

$1,033 → $888

14%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$1,179 → $1,035

12%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$1,161 → $1,040

10%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Christchurch