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$548+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL)

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AKL
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Auckland Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$872
(Expedia)

One-way from

$548
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,757
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:00 amSFO - AKL
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/113:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,381
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/243:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/21$1,562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/143:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,635
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/254:45 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Tue 1/142:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop23h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,649
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/289:45 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 55mFiji Airways
Tue 1/72:05 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,694
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:27 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops21h 13mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 12/314:05 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops26h 24mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 12/23$1,748
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:35 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Wed 1/292:00 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops24h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 12/22$1,861
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:09 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop24h 16mQantas Airways
Mon 1/136:05 amAKL - SFO
2 stops30h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/23$2,209

Find flights from San Francisco to Auckland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

10:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/22

8:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$872

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

4:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop21h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/26

1:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$879

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

7:40 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/25

6:35 am-10:35 am

2 stops23h 00m

$976

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

7:45 am-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/4

11:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$1,027

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

8:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/22

11:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$1,034

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

10:45 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

2:50 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop12h 15m

$1,035

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

1:36 pm-7:50 am

2 stops22h 14m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/24

1:00 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,046

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

10:45 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop13h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/4

10:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$1,086

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

1:00 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

10:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,101

San FranciscoAuckland

SFO - AKL

SFOAKL

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

1:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop39h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/19

1:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,107

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Auckland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Auckland flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Auckland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Auckland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Auckland flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Auckland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Auckland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Auckland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Auckland. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Auckland, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from San Francisco to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 SFO to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Auckland at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Auckland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Auckland flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to AKL are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Auckland ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Auckland when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Auckland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, China Southern and Fiji Airways from San Francisco to Auckland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
753 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Auckland. 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 San Francisco to Auckland?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland, you will be flying from San Francisco to Auckland Intl. Flights to Auckland Intl (AKL) from San Francisco (SFO) take 12h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from San Francisco to Auckland per day from 10 airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 36 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Auckland Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Auckland round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Auckland is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $872 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at $879 and $1,027 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Auckland for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Auckland one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Tahiti Nui, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $554. Cathay Pacific flights start at $576 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $645 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Consider SWISS (71%), Air Canada (70%) or United Airlines (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Auckland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $748. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $839 on average our data indicates $3,163 when flying from San Francisco to Auckland.

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

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Auckland flights that have layovers will stop in Nadi. San Francisco to Auckland flights stop in Honolulu the next most.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Honolulu?

    The majority of Honolulu visitors spend their time at Honolulu Zoo, Pearl Harbor, and International Market Place. Honolulu Zoo, Pearl Harbor and International Market Place are located about 7.8 mi, 3.5 mi, and 7.1 mi, respectively from Honolulu if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Honolulu can rent a car from Honolulu for about $50 per day.

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

    San Francisco to Auckland flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Auckland 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 San Francisco to Auckland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from San Francisco to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Auckland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Auckland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$131Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$400Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$471Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
DeltaCheapest$486Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$581Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$715Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$727Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$888Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$945Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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