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$345+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$721
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$345
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$980

Good round-trip deal

$1,087 or less

Good one-way deal

$527 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Auckland Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Auckland Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Auckland Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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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 March 25, 2025.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir Canada
Sun 5/257:40 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops24h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$721
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/48:00 amAKL - SFO
1 stop24h 50mFiji Airways
Tue 5/1310:45 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/24$723
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:55 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops37h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/294:35 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$776
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/183:35 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops37h 24mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 5/2510:25 amSFO - AKL
2 stops30h 45mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 3/24$811
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2711:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/237:00 amSFO - AKL
1 stop19h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/23$831
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/237:45 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/2910:05 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/24$1,018
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:00 amAKL - SFO
2 stops23h 52mQantas Airways
Sun 5/185:49 pmSFO - AKL
2 stops25h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/23$1,023
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 5/51:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1811:20 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop30h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,056
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/236:00 amAKL - SFO
2 stops28h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/2311:30 amSFO - AKL
2 stops31h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,105
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:30 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops43h 25mChina Airlines
Wed 5/141:05 amSFO - AKL
2 stops45h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,173
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/181:25 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/2412:20 amSFO - AKL
1 stop40h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/24$1,188
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:00 amAKL - SFO
2 stops34h 14mBritish Airways
Mon 4/2810:10 amSFO - AKL
1 stop29h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/24$1,210

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
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

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/18

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

7:40 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$721

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/4

8:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

10:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$723

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/23

3:55 pm-10:33 am

2 stops37h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

4:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$776

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/18

3:35 pm-9:59 am

2 stops37h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

10:25 am-12:10 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$811

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/23

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

10:05 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,018

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-10:52 am

2 stops23h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

5:49 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops25h 16m

$1,023

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

1:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop12h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

10:05 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,056

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/23

6:00 am-3:48 pm

2 stops28h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

11:30 am-2:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,105

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/8

7:30 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops43h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

1:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops45h 55m

$1,173

AucklandSan Francisco

AKL - SFO

AKLSFO

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/18

1:25 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop28h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

12:20 am-11:40 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,188

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Auckland-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Auckland-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Auckland-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Auckland to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Auckland to San Francisco trip
Airports
AKL

For international departures, check-in areas are lettered A through E. Air New Zealand has a premium check-in area by door 7.

Read more about AKLby John Walton
SFO

Take BART for the cheapest ride from SFO to downtown San Francisco. The trip takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on AKL

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 round-trip flight from Auckland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 77 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 Auckland to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to San Francisco. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from AKL to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 March 25, 2025.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 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?

    You will need to book a flight from Auckland Intl to San Francisco if you want to fly from Auckland to San Francisco. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to San Francisco from the Auckland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from AKL to SFO to be around 12h 05m.

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

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

    Air Canada, at $721, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Fiji Airways and Air Tahiti Nui. Air Canada is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Auckland to San Francisco are Air Canada ($351), Fiji Airways ($374), and Qantas Airways ($417).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to San Francisco on time: SWISS (92%), United Airlines (81%), Air New Zealand (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to San Francisco is $370. On average you can expect to pay $2,215. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $650.

  • 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 vacation 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 3 airlines flying from Auckland to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to San Francisco. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$630Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$885Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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