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Flight deals from Auckland International to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,204. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.$1,060 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,060, select.

San Francisco.$1,065 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,065, select.

San Francisco.$1,065 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,065, select.

San Francisco.$1,069 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,069, select.

San Francisco.$1,074 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,074, select.

San Francisco.$1,074 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar, returning Sun, 11 Apr.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 Apr, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,074, select.

San Francisco.$1,091 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,091, select.

San Francisco.$1,106 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sat, 26 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,106, select.

San Francisco.$1,190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Air Tahiti Nui and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,190, select.

San Francisco.$1,204 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,204, select.

San Francisco.$1,205 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,205, select.

San Francisco.$1,205 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 7 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,205, select.

San Francisco.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun, returning Fri, 16 Jul.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 16 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

San Francisco.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul, returning Fri, 30 Jul.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

San Francisco.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

San Francisco.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Auckland International to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Auckland to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,060
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	12 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	52

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Auckland International to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to San Francisco International is $1,060. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Auckland International to San Francisco International?

12 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Auckland International to San Francisco International?

Lufthansa, Air New Zealand and United fly direct from Auckland International to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Auckland International to San Francisco International?

As of October 2026, there are 57 flights per week flying from Auckland International to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland International to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to San Francisco International is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Monday, 8 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 9 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, American Airlines and Air New Zealand offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
San Francisco is 21 hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Flights from AKL to SFO start from 13:50 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 19:55 with Air New Zealand. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your AKL to SFO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Air New Zealand tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating AKL to SFO flights, Air New Zealand has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between AKL and SFO:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Hong Kong Intl Airport
- Nadi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

$520 is the best price for a one-way Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,060. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from AKL to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from AKL to SFO is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland International Airport, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Auckland International Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near AKL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The quietest month for a flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Auckland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.