$326 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $326 for one-way flights and $647 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Mon, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 12
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$647 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$647
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Mar 30 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $647 found 22 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 27
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$647 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$647
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Mar 15 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Fri, Mar 27, priced at $647 found 3 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 24 - Sun, Mar 29
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$651 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$651
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Sun, Mar 29, priced at $651 found 12 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, May 11
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$660 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$660
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $660 found 1 day ago
Fiji Airways
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 21
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$850 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$850
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $850 found 23 hours ago
Air Tahiti Nui
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 8
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$966 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$966
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $966 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 25
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$1,004 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,004
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Wed, Mar 25, priced at $1,004 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$1,005 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,005
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $1,005 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$1,005 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,005
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $1,005 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 16
SFO
San Francisco
AKL
Auckland
$1,053 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$1,053
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Francisco to Auckland, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $1,053 found 9 hours ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $645 - $1,139 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Auckland

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

Select flight to Auckland Intl. AKL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 21 minutes. Flights from $2,133
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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Auckland Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Korean Air, Qantas Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$646
Distance
6529 mi

San Francisco to Auckland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Auckland

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 San Francisco to Auckland are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Auckland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Auckland: 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 San Francisco to Auckland

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 San Francisco to Auckland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $326 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 San Francisco to Auckland 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 San Francisco to Auckland 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) cost?
You can book cheap return fares starting at $1100 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on July 26 2025 and touching down at AKL. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to AKL?
To snag a cheap ticket, look for nonstop flights from SFO to AKL that depart in February. You can find a one-way United flight for $784 leaving on February 10 2026. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
When departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can hop on a direct flight to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to AKL?
With tickets starting at $784 for a one-way journey from SFO to AKL, United is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 4 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
With an average of 2 direct flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) daily, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
The 7 PM departures from SFO to AKL are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to AKL?
Saturday offers the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:50PM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be flying for approximately 13h, coming in to land at Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) at approximately 5:50AM UTC+13.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Flights from SFO to AKL have an average travel time of 13 hours and 12 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 6,500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Auckland from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland, Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from SFO to AKL generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to AKL flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SFO to AKL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
If you reserved your SFO to AKL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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