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

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

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Wellington to San Francisco most commonly connect through: • Auckland Intl (AKL) – 92% of one-stop connections • Nadi (NAN) – 4% of one-stop connections • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 4% 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 Wellington to San Francisco?

On the Wellington to San Francisco route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,409 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,110 – a $701 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

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.

How long is a flight from Wellington to San Francisco?

A direct flight from Wellington to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 17,444 km.

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

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.

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

One-way fares from Wellington to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $952.

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

Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 03m, compared to 19h 09m via Nadi (NAN) and 21h 09m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

What is the time difference between Wellington and San Francisco?

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

Which car hire options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include: · Thrifty · Europcar · Dollar · Hertz · Fox

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

Return flights from Wellington to San Francisco range from $1,437 to $1,965, with an average of $1,784 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,437 counts as a good deal.

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

Air New Zealand ($1,783) and Qantas Airways ($1,819) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Wellington to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Wellington to San Francisco?

Auckland Intl (AKL) is the most popular stopover for the Wellington to San Francisco route. 92% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via AKL.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Wellington to San Francisco?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,261. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Wellington to San Francisco, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for Wellington to San Francisco stopovers at 538 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent return flight deals from Wellington to San Francisco

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

16:55 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

15h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

22:45 - 16:25SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

21h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,783Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

20:00 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

35h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

22:45 - 22:20SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

27h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,783Air New Zealand

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

15:55 - 16:45WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

20h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

13:28 - 15:30SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

30h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,819Qantas Airways

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

20:05 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

35h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

20:50 - 08:40SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

15h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,840Air New Zealand

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

13:40 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

18h 15m2 stops Nelson Auckland Intl

22:45 - 14:20SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

19h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,846Air New Zealand

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

07:40 - 13:40WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

26h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

23:05 - 22:20SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

51h 15m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl

$1,852Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

19:25 - 13:40WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

38h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Nadi

19:52 - 16:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

24h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

$1,852Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

06:00 - 08:10WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

21h 10m1 stop Melbourne

23:20 - 14:50SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

43h 30m1 stop Melbourne

$2,617United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 15 Oct

16:55 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

15h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

23:05 - 00:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

29h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,708United Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 15 Oct

16:55 - 11:55WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

15h 00m1 stop Auckland Intl

23:05 - 00:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

29h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,713United Airlines

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Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

06:00 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

20h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

23:15 - 08:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

37h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,334Air New Zealand

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

08:30 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

23:05 - 00:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

30h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,506Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

06:30 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

19h 35m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

23:15 - 08:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

37h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,510Air New Zealand

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

08:30 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

23:05 - 00:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

30h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,541Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

15:55 - 11:19WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

38h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

17:37 - 23:55SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

35h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,561Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

15:55 - 11:19WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

38h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

15:41 - 23:55SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

37h 14m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,575Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

15:55 - 11:19WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

38h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

18:59 - 23:55SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

33h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,659Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

06:30 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

19h 35m1 stop Auckland Intl

13:56 - 08:40SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

23h 44m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,835Air New Zealand

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

09:55 - 07:05WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

16h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:30 - 08:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

42h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

$2,982Air New Zealand

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

08:30 - 16:17WLG Wellington-SFO San Francisco

26h 47m3 stops Auckland Intl Papeete Faaa Los Angeles

08:50 - 10:10SFO San Francisco-WLG Wellington

30h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$3,344Multiple Airlines

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

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How much is a return flight from Wellington to San Francisco?

Return flights from Wellington to San Francisco start at $1,783. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,437 to $1,965. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,783 on Air New Zealand.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to San Francisco and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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When to book flights from Wellington to San Francisco

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to San Francisco?
Flights from Wellington to San Francisco usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to San Francisco?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Wellington to San Francisco.
Which airports do connecting flights from Wellington to San Francisco pass through?
One-stop flights from Wellington to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Auckland Intl (AKL) – 92% of one-stop connections
• Nadi (NAN) – 4% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 4% 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 Wellington to San Francisco?
On the Wellington to San Francisco route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,409 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,110 – a $701 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?
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.
How long is a flight from Wellington to San Francisco?
A direct flight from Wellington to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 17,444 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington to San Francisco?
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.
How are flight prices from Wellington to San Francisco looking right now?
One-way fares from Wellington to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $952.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Wellington to San Francisco?
Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 03m, compared to 19h 09m via Nadi (NAN) and 21h 09m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).
What is the time difference between Wellington and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 19 hours behind Wellington (Pacific Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?
San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Thrifty
· Europcar
· Dollar
· Hertz
· Fox
How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to San Francisco flight?
Return flights from Wellington to San Francisco range from $1,437 to $1,965, with an average of $1,784 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,437 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,409 – about $701 less than Sunday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wellington to San Francisco trip for May. Fares historically average $1,412 return in that month – typically $3,151 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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