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$408+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL)
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SFO — AKL
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.
Round-trip from | $772 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $488 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,350 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,234 or less |
Good one-way deal | $859 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to AucklandExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1711:25 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 20mFiji Airways
dom. 10/263:10 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/26![Fiji Airways logo]()
$772
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/510:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/2011:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$864
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2512:11 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop23h 59mQantas Airways
mar. 3/33:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/28![Qantas Airways logo]()
$964
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
jue. 11/2711:40 amSFO - AKL
1 stop25h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 2/243:50 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26![American Airlines logo]()
$990
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Auckland that are best for you.
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SFO - AKL
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San Francisco
vie. 10/17
11:25 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop28h 20m
Auckland Intl
dom. 10/26
3:10 pm-1:25 pm
1 stop18h 15m
$772
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
mié. 11/5
10:05 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop28h 35m
Auckland Intl
jue. 11/20
11:30 pm-7:22 pm
1 stop16h 52m
$864
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
mar. 11/25
12:11 pm-9:10 am
1 stop23h 59m
Auckland Intl
lun. 12/8
3:50 pm-11:07 am
1 stop16h 17m
$964
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
jue. 11/27
11:40 am-10:25 am
1 stop25h 45m
Auckland Intl
mar. 2/24
3:50 pm-10:57 am
1 stop16h 07m
$990
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
jue. 11/6
11:50 am-11:40 pm
2 stops38h 50m
$408
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
dom. 12/7
10:05 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop28h 40m
$505
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
dom. 1/11
11:26 am-1:40 pm
2 stops29h 14m
$563
San FranciscoAuckland
SFO - AKL
SFOAKL
San Francisco
mié. 12/10
7:15 am-9:20 pm
1 stop17h 05m
$653
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Auckland. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Auckland, you should look to book at least 20 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 San Francisco to Auckland?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from San Francisco to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 SFO to AKL?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Auckland at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Auckland?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Auckland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Auckland flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Auckland. 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 julio 28, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to AKL are scheduled on a Sunday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Auckland?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Auckland?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Auckland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Nadi (NAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Auckland on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Auckland?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Nadi (NAN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $790.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Auckland?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Auckland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Auckland?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Vancouver (YVR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 01m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated julio 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Delta, and Cathay Pacific from San Francisco to Auckland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$357 | Average$1,097 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$400 | Average$822 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$471 | Average$1,252 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time73% | |
| Cheapest$486 | Average$965 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$658 | Average$1,460 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$691 | Average$883 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$722 | Average$1,366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$929 | Average$1,270 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$973 | Average$1,320 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |