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Cheapest round-trip
$896
Typical prices: $955-$1,494
Fiji Airways
Fri 9/25Wed 10/7
SFO - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,096
Typical prices: $1,171-$1,532
United Airlines
Mon 10/26Thu 11/19
SFO - AKL • Non-stop
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Air New Zealand Economy Stretch adds 39% more legroom; free Wi-Fi is on most jets.
United Premium Plus offers 7 inches more legroom and 3 inches more recline than economy.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Auckland (SFO-AKL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Auckland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Auckland

Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 7
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11:25 pm - 11:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
28h 50m1 stop Nadi
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7:00 am - 1:40 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 40m1 stop Nadi
$896Fiji Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:05 pm - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 10m1 stop Nadi
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2:50 pm - 12:35 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 45m1 stop Nadi
$896Fiji Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
3:41 pm - 12:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
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3:15 pm - 4:17 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 02m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles Los Angeles
$933Air Tahiti Nui
Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10
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1:45 pm - 12:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
3:15 pm - 4:17 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 02m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles Los Angeles
$936Air Tahiti Nui
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:35 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 25m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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2:00 pm - 10:32 amAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 32m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,057Air Canada
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 15
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2:45 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 15m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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2:00 pm - 1:51 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 51m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,057Air Canada
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
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10:30 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
31h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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4:05 pm - 5:45 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,091Qantas Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:45 pm - 2:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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4:05 pm - 3:55 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,091Qantas Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 14
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10:45 pm - 9:10 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 25mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 7:05 amAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 15mnonstop
$1,096United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:45 pm - 8:10 amSFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
13h 25mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 7:05 amAKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 15mnonstop
$1,096United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Auckland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Auckland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Auckland?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Auckland departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Auckland from San Francisco usually cost between $901 and $1,582 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $896 on Fiji Airways (Nov 6-Nov 21).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Auckland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Auckland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Auckland on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Auckland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Auckland is February, where tickets cost $930 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,687 and $1,429 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Auckland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,063, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Auckland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Auckland, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Auckland

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$530
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Auckland

  • Are there any services or facilities for families traveling at the San Francisco Airport?

    If you’re traveling with your family from San Francisco, especially kids, a few facilities that’ll please you include restaurants with special children’s menus, which you’ll find in different terminals. If you have an infant and you need accessories like diapers, formula, medicine, or earplugs for children, there are several terminals with shops that sell these items.

  • Which airline should I use if I want the quickest arrival in Auckland from San Francisco?

    You can find a nonstop flight by United Airlines. Or, you can take a flight with just one layover. Both Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways have a one-stop flight with a layover in Los Angeles and Nadi, respectively.

  • Is there a place to relax after my flight to the Auckland airport (AKL)?

    There are several restaurants, cafés, and bars where you can relax while you eat or drink. You will find eateries serving fast food like pizza and burgers, as well as restaurants serving Mexican food and bars that offer craft beer and wine.

  • Can I get Wi-Fi services at Auckland Airport?

    With a Wi-Fi-enabled device, you can use Wi-Fi at Auckland Airport (AKL) for free for up to about 2h or 1GB of data. You will need to register to access the internet by providing your email address. If you want to use the airport internet for more than 2h, you can pay a fee of around NZ$14.95 ($10.50)/hour for 6h or 4GB of data.

  • Does SFO Airport close at night?

    The airport is open 24h a day; however, from 10 pm to 6 am, only passengers with tickets are permitted to remain at the airport. That means that if your family members drop you off between those hours, they won’t be allowed inside. A few restaurants operate 24h a day, so look for these if you want to eat while you wait for your flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Auckland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Auckland was $530 for a one-way ticket and $896 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Auckland?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Auckland from San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Auckland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Auckland?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Auckland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Auckland?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Auckland, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Auckland?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Auckland on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Auckland, Air New Zealand or Fiji Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Auckland are Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,483 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Fiji Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $882 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Auckland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Auckland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Auckland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Auckland from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Auckland with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and AKL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Auckland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Auckland from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Auckland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $941 or less one-way and $1,432 or less round-trip.
  • If you want to avoid long lines when departing from San Francisco, sign up for the CLEAR program. Once you become a member, you’ll get a biometric card that gives you access to all Security lines at SFO terminals. CLEAR members can also use their fingertips and eyes as biometric forms of ID, which can help clear Security lines faster.
  • Once you get to Auckland Airport (AKL), there are several public transportation options to get you to the city, like the Auckland City Express, which operates every day from 6 am to 8 pm. The trip takes approx. 40-50min, but it might take longer during peak hours. Expect to pay around NZ$17 ($12) for a one-way trip. Tickets can be purchased online or at airport ticket kiosks.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has many facilities that passengers can enjoy while they wait for their flight. Art is on display throughout the terminals, which can be both entertaining and educational. If you're sick, you’ll find that the SFO Medical Clinic provides urgent care and travel medicine for travelers.
  • If you’re looking for hotels near the Auckland airport, consider Novotel Auckland Airport, which is around 0.3 miles from the airport; ibis budget Auckland Airport, approx. 0.7 miles from the airport; and Heartland Hotel Auckland, 1.7 miles from the airport.
  • There are several taxi companies that can take you to your hotel. Alert Taxis and Auckland Co-op Taxi Society charge around NZ$5.6 ($4) per mile, while Cheap Cabs charges approx. NZ$4.9 ($3.47) per mile.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Auckland?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Auckland Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

Friday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

Sunday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Auckland Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

Friday

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Air New Zealand,United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

United Airlines,Air New Zealand

Sunday

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

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