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A direct flight from Nelson to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 17,593 km.

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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,409 to $4,517. That means the highest observed fare was about 87% higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Nelson to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,504, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Nelson to San Francisco usually depart from Nelson (NSN) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Most connecting flights from Nelson to San Francisco pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Nelson to San Francisco route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,813 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,303, a difference of $490. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

San Francisco is 20 hours behind Nelson (Pacific Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Moscone Center, Golden Gate Theatre, and Union Square. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.