Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Francisco, California to Auckland

Before you can bring a car to New Zealand, it must be certified for entry. This step ensures your vehicle complies with New Zealand's strict rules and regulations and will ensure your vehicle is registered and licenced before it hits the road.

The cheapest international car shipping method is usually Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where vehicles are driven onto specialized ships, costing around $900-$2500+ but leaving cars exposed; for better protection, consolidated container shipping (sharing a container) is more affordable than dedicated containers, while air freight is the fastest but most expensive, best for luxury or rare vehicles, so compare RORO vs. shared containers for budget, destination, and vehicle value to find your cheapest option.