$430 Cheap Flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Auckland to San Francisco (AKL-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $430 for one-way flights and $799 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Tahiti Nui
Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 22
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$799 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$799
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $799 found 3 days ago
Air Tahiti Nui
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Nov 25
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$803 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$803
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $803 found 6 days ago
Fiji Airways
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 25
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$851 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$851
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $851 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 11
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$856 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$856
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $856 found 18 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 18
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$857 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$857
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $857 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Sun, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 27
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$931 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$931
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Feb 15 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $931 found 15 hours ago
United
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$954 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$954
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $954 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$954 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$954
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $954 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$954 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$954
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $954 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
AKL
Auckland
SFO
San Francisco
$1,060 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,060
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Auckland to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $1,060 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $626 - $1,173 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $1,015
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $1,015
Flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Auckland Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Korean Air, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$799
Distance
6529 mi
Average flight time
13 hours 5 mins

Auckland to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Auckland to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Auckland to San Francisco are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Auckland to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Auckland to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Auckland to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Auckland to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $430 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Auckland to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Auckland to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $430 or cheap return flight from $799 from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Traveling in February can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between AKL and SFO. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When heading out of Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), you can jump on a nonstop flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
United Airlines and Air New Zealand are some popular airlines offering competitive fares. Don't forget that flight prices from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) can change depending on departure dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find an AKL to SFO flight that matches your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With, on average, 2 direct flights departing from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 3 PM departures from AKL to SFO are typically the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from AKL to SFO?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The earliest flight leaving Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) is at around 3:50PM UTC+13. Board this plane and you'll reach San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 7:05AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 12h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The average flight time from AKL to SFO is 12 hours and 13 minutes, covering a total distance of 6,500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To reach San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without delays, select a flight that leaves from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from AKL to SFO right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an AKL to SFO flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing an AKL to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your AKL to SFO flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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