Cheap flights from Auckland to San Francisco from $596

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
3 Mar — 10 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or October, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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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 1 February 2026.

Fri 13/314:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 27/323:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/1$1,139
Fri 6/314:50
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 13/323:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/1$1,187
Fri 5/607:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 12/622:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 31/1$1,189
Wed 17/614:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 27/622:35
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,200
Fri 28/814:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Fiji Airways
Wed 9/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,212
Wed 26/807:00
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop25h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sun 13/923:25
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,285
Mon 2/206:15
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops25h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/222:05
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1$1,310
Fri 6/207:00
AKL
-
SFO
2 stops24h 39m
Air Canada
Sat 7/218:50
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop19h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/1$1,401
Tue 17/323:30
AKL
-
SFO
1 stop16h 10m
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue 24/318:36
SFO
-
AKL
1 stop30h 44m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,425

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 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,139

One-way from

$596

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,342

Good round-trip deal

$1,772 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,117 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/3-27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • Auckland to San Francisco
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • Auckland to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($212 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to San Francisco.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

14:50-13:25

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 27/3

23:05-13:40

1 stop18h 35m

$1,139

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

07:00-13:55

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

22:35-23:15

1 stop29h 40m

$1,189

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 17/6

14:00-13:25

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 27/6

22:35-23:15

1 stop29h 40m

$1,200

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

23:30-19:40

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

18:36-21:20

1 stop30h 44m

$1,431

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/2

13:20-10:50

2 stops42h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

15:59-09:10

1 stop20h 11m

$1,453

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

23:30-19:40

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

17:43-00:15

2 stops34h 32m

$1,474

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

07:00-13:55

1 stop25h 55m

$596

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/5

07:00-13:55

1 stop25h 55m

$596

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/2

08:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

$599

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/2

14:50-12:25

1 stop18h 35m

$599

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/1

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

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 36 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $975). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). 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 1 February 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.

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 1 February 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from Auckland Intl to San Francisco per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to San Francisco?

    Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Auckland to San Francisco in just under 16h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 26h 20m. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $697. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $923 and $1,027, respectively. Hawaiian Airlines is priced at 56% 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 Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $518. United Airlines flights start at $519 while deals on Fiji Airways start at $531 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 (87%), 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 $707. On average you can expect to pay $4,640. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $1,136.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to San Francisco?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $975). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Auckland to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$923Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,027Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,110Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$1,226Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,316Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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