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Cheapest round-trip
$1,051
Typical prices: $1,300-$1,933
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Tue 9/25Mon 10/8
SFO - WLG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$582
Typical prices: $840-$1,146
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Fri 2/2
SFO - WLG • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Wellington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 35% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,313 (round-trip)
Auckland Intl (AKL)
Shortest trip • 16h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Wellington (SFO-WLG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Wellington

Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 8
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11:25 pm - 6:50 amSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
36h 25m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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7:25 pm - 1:40 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
38h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,051Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:25 pm - 7:05 amSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
35h 40m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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7:40 am - 1:25 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
25h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,106Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
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11:25 pm - 7:05 amSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
35h 40m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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8:30 pm - 1:35 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
37h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,108Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19
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2:02 pm - 4:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
29h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
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9:15 pm - 12:25 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
36h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,111Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:35 am - 4:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
36h 35m2 stops Honolulu Nadi
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5:10 pm - 1:40 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
16h 30m1 stop Nadi
$1,114Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:25 pm - 7:05 amSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
35h 40m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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8:30 pm - 1:25 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
36h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,161Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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11:10 pm - 3:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
21h 00m1 stop Nadi
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4:10 pm - 1:40 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
16h 30m1 stop Nadi
$1,168Fiji Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 18
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6:08 pm - 4:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
25h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
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9:40 am - 12:25 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
47h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi
$1,185Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 16
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4:07 pm - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
19h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
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5:55 pm - 2:55 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
18h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
$1,292Air New Zealand
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 16
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7:50 pm - 4:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-WLG Wellington
23h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl
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5:55 pm - 2:55 pmWLG  Wellington-SFO San Francisco
18h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
$1,308Air New Zealand
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Wellington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Wellington with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Wellington?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Wellington, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Wellington?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Wellington at $1,002 round-trip.
  • May ($2,375) and December ($2,328) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Wellington flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$582
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Wellington

When to book flights from San Francisco to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Wellington flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Wellington?

    Flights from San Francisco to Wellington usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Wellington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Wellington.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Wellington pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Wellington most commonly connect through:

    • Auckland Intl (AKL) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Nadi (NAN) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Auckland Intl (AKL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Wellington?

    On the San Francisco to Wellington route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,349 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,375: a $1,026 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Wellington?

    Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand Film Archive and New Zealand Cricket Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Wellington?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Wellington takes 0h 00m, covering 6,735 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Wellington?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Wellington:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Wellington?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Wellington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,051 to $8,084. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Wellington looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Wellington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $692, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Wellington?

    Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 09m, compared with 19h 06m via Nadi (NAN) and 21h 14m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Wellington?

    Wellington is 19 hours ahead of San Francisco (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?

    Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Mode
    · EZI
    · Thrifty
    · Europcar
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Wellington flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Wellington range from $1,300 to $1,933, with an average of $1,549 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,300 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Wellington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,349 - about $1,026 less than Friday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Wellington trip for February. Fares historically average $1,002 round-trip in that month - typically $1,373 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Wellington

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Wellington (WLG)