Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Queenstown (ZQN) from $757

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — ZQN
May 25 — Jun 11

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Queenstown (ZQN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$1,499

One-way from

$1,036
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Queenstown Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Queenstown Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Queenstown?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from San Francisco to Queenstown. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Queenstown.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Queenstown?

To save up to 88% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 35 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Francisco to Queenstown from $1,835 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $2,440 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

November can be a great time to fly to Queenstown from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $1,650. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $1,116. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Queenstown (SFO - ZQN)?

When flying from San Francisco to Queenstown, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Queenstown

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between San Francisco and Queenstown. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights we've come across from San Francisco to Queenstown. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1511:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops20h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,038
Thu 6/2011:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/2410:35 amZQN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/20$1,765
Sat 7/611:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/110:35 amZQN - SFO
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$2,182

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Queenstown

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between San Francisco and Queenstown. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights traveling from San Francisco to Queenstown. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/104:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,374
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/108:20 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,394
Sat 6/2911:20 amSFO - ZQN
3 stops37h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 7/104:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,664
Thu 6/2010:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 6/244:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,746
Thu 6/2010:15 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 6/244:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,755
Thu 6/2010:15 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 6/2410:45 amZQN - SFO
3 stops30h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,845
Sat 6/296:57 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops29h 43mQantas Airways
Wed 7/102:15 pmZQN - SFO
3 stops37h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$2,057

Cheap San Francisco to Queenstown flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Queenstown specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Prices were last updated on May 20, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Queenstown in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1511:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops20h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,038
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/104:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,374
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/108:20 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,394
Sat 6/2911:25 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops39h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/103:05 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops60h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,429
Sat 6/2911:20 amSFO - ZQN
3 stops37h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 7/104:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,664
Thu 6/2010:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 6/244:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,746
Thu 6/2010:15 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 6/244:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,755
Thu 6/2011:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/2410:35 amZQN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/20$1,765
Mon 6/34:15 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/152:05 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,823

San Francisco to Queenstown 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Queenstown in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Queenstown in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/310:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1511:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops20h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,038
Sun 12/810:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/149:25 amZQN - SFO
2 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,314
Sat 11/99:56 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops36h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/138:15 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops38h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,352
Sun 12/87:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/1412:45 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops19h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/20$1,362
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/104:50 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops44h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,374
Sun 12/87:45 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/1412:00 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/20$1,376
Sat 6/2910:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 7/108:20 pmZQN - SFO
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,394
Sun 12/810:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1412:00 pmZQN - SFO
3 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,418
Sat 6/2911:25 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops39h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/103:05 pmZQN - SFO
2 stops60h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,429

One-way flights to Queenstown from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Queenstown. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Queenstown. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to Queenstown should utilize the search form above.
Tue 8/611:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$757
Thu 8/811:35 pmSFO - ZQN
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$851
Mon 8/57:26 pmSFO - ZQN
3 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$937
Sun 8/412:55 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$969
Mon 8/511:30 amSFO - ZQN
2 stops32h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,036
Tue 8/610:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,043
Mon 8/510:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,049
Sun 8/410:15 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop26h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,105
Fri 8/210:00 pmSFO - ZQN
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,181

Find flights from San Francisco to Queenstown within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Queenstown that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,038 - $1,866

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 6/3

1 stop20h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops20h 25m

$1,038

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

1 stop26h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/10

2 stops44h 00m

$1,374

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

1 stop26h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/10

1 stop40h 30m

$1,394

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

2 stops39h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/10

2 stops60h 05m

$1,429

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 7/6

2 stops22h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/1

2 stops44h 35m

$1,575

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

3 stops37h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/10

2 stops44h 00m

$1,664

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Thu 6/20

1 stop17h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 6/24

1 stop15h 20m

$1,765

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Mon 6/3

3 stops27h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops22h 45m

$1,823

San FranciscoQueenstown Intl

SFO - ZQN

SFOZQN

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

2 stops38h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 7/14

2 stops23h 20m

$1,866

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/19

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Queenstown. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Queenstown?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Queenstown flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Queenstown by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Queenstown by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Queenstown is currently $992 while a round-trip flight costs $1,548. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Queenstown (average of $1,499). Flying from San Francisco to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,986). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,973

February

$1,604

March

$1,673

April

$1,849

May

$1,686

June

$1,774

July

$1,499

August

$1,969

September

$1,811

October

$1,686

November

$1,508

December

$1,986

Temperature and rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZQN

Temperature

37.4 - 59 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Queenstown. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from San Francisco to Queenstown. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very good
621 reviews
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.2
Very good
1,437 reviews
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.6
Good
961 reviews
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.4
Good
10,894 reviews
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.3
Good
14,472 reviews
8.3
Very good
621 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Queenstown for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Queenstown for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,038, but on average you can expect to pay $1,799.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Queenstown round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($1,038), Qantas Airways ($1,374), and United Airlines ($1,429) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Queenstown. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Queenstown one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Queenstown are Singapore Airlines ($1,036), Qantas Airways ($1,043), and Air New Zealand ($1,049).

  • What does SFO to ZQN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Francisco Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SFO to ZQN flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Queenstown that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Queenstown flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Queenstown with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Queenstown flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Queenstown that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Queenstown flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Queenstown?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Queenstown.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Queenstown?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Queenstown by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Queenstown that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Queenstown offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Queenstown?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Queenstown flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Queenstown flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Queenstown flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/20.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Queenstown. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,119Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,163Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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