Cheap flights from Auckland to San Francisco from $841
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.
Wed 28/1016:05 -
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Deal found 25/10$1,373
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Deal found 29/10$1,375
Thu 29/1015:05 -
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Deal found 27/10$1,460
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Deal found 27/10$1,472
Tue 3/1106:50 -
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Thu 12/1112:00 -
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Deal found 27/10$1,506
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Deal found 26/10$1,561
Thu 19/1117:35 -
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Deal found 28/10$1,656
Fri 20/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 35m
Tue 9/218:08 -
2 stops22h 27m
Deal found 29/10$1,712
Best flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Sat 26/1216:05 -
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Deal found 27/10$1,885
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Deal found 29/10$2,226
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Deal found 27/10$2,246
Thu 24/1213:20 -
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Tue 29/1213:20 -
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Deal found 26/10$2,381
Fri 6/1119:55 -
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Mon 9/1123:05 -
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Deal found 28/10$2,251
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Deal found 26/10$2,459
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Deal found 29/10$2,255
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Deal found 26/10$2,459
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Deal found 28/10$2,344
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Deal found 26/10$2,441
Direct flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Explore direct flight options from Auckland to San Francisco based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Tue 10/1115:50 -
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Deal found 27/10$2,029
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Deal found 29/10$2,052
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Deal found 26/10$2,061
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Deal found 27/10$2,070
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Deal found 28/10$2,098
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Deal found 29/10$2,107
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Deal found 25/10$2,125
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Deal found 28/10$2,146
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Deal found 28/10$2,200
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Deal found 29/10$2,201
Last-minute flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 29/1015:05 -
2 stops37h 52m
Wed 11/1120:45 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 27/10$1,460
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Deal found 26/10$1,561
Fri 30/1016:05 -
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Fri 6/1120:45 -
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Deal found 27/10$1,472
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Deal found 29/10$1,375
Tue 3/1106:50 -
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Thu 12/1112:00 -
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Deal found 27/10$1,506
Thu 19/1117:35 -
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Mon 23/1111:41 -
2 stops28h 44m
Deal found 28/10$1,656
Fri 20/1114:50 -
1 stop18h 35m
Tue 9/218:08 -
2 stops22h 27m
Deal found 29/10$1,712
One-way flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Tue 24/1122:10 -
2 stops22h 56m
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Deal found 25/10$841
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Deal found 27/10$854
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Deal found 26/10$868
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Deal found 26/10$886
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Deal found 30/10$893
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Deal found 25/10$902
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Deal found 28/10$903
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Deal found 26/10$912
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Deal found 29/10$930
Find flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 30 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Wed 2/12
19:05-20:13
2 stops46h 08m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$958
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Fri 20/11
14:45-16:14
2 stops22h 29m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,127
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 16/11
08:55-08:10
1 stop20h 15m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,129
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Wed 2/12
14:45-10:55
1 stop17h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,129
Fastest return journey
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 25/1
19:55-11:05
Nonstop12h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,134
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 16/11
06:40-10:26
2 stops24h 46m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,142
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sat 26/12
16:05-13:52
2 stops18h 47m
San Francisco
Fri 1/1
18:25-13:40
2 stops22h 15m
$1,885
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Wed 18/11
14:45-15:35
1 stop21h 50m
San Francisco
Sat 28/11
17:19-08:55
2 stops18h 36m
$2,226
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 2/11
08:55-08:10
1 stop20h 15m
San Francisco
Sun 15/11
23:35-20:35
1 stop24h 00m
$2,246
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL Auckland Intl - SFO San Francisco
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Fri 6/11
19:55-11:05
Nonstop12h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 9/11
23:05-17:00
1 stop20h 55m
$2,251
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $1,458). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,102). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
When flying from Auckland to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Auckland to San Francisco flights typically cost between $1,476 and $1,844 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,394 on Air Tahiti Nui (21 Jan–5 Feb).
How often are flights from Auckland to San Francisco delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Auckland and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to San Francisco flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Share of one-stop return flights from Auckland to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Nadi (NAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of one-stop itineraries from Auckland to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Auckland to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Vancouver (YVR) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,232.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Auckland to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 02m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 41m.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 30 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Auckland to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
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What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to San Francisco?
If you book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco, you will be flying from Auckland Intl to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Auckland Intl (AKL) take 12h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Auckland Intl to San Francisco per day from 7 airlines.
How popular is this Auckland to San Francisco flight route?
The Auckland Intl to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 1,138 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Air Tahiti Nui, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Auckland to San Francisco in just under 18h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 03m. The distance between Auckland and San Francisco is about 10503 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to San Francisco round-trip?
Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $1,062. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,221 and $1,261, respectively. Fiji Airways is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to San Francisco one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $584. United Airlines flights start at $644 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $706 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to San Francisco?
Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Auckland, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SWISS (73%), United Airlines (57%), Air New Zealand( 57%).
What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
The cheapest flight price from Auckland to San Francisco is $861. On average you can expect to pay $1,677. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $1,327.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $1,458). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,102). 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.
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