For international departures, head to the west terminal. Check-in areas are lettered A-E; Air New Zealand uses zones A and B.
$383+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SFO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from Auckland to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:30 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/148:10 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,083
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/134:25 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop17h 20mFiji Airways
Sat 12/279:45 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/10![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,097
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:40 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop16h 45mFiji Airways
Sun 12/2810:05 pmSFO - AKL
1 stop28h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/11![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,099
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:20 pmAKL - SFO
1 stop22h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 12/167:27 amSFO - AKL
1 stop29h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,102
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/1410:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/10![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,110
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:55 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 1/110:45 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,112
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amAKL - SFO
2 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Sat 12/277:30 amSFO - AKL
1 stop30h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/10![Air Canada logo]()
$1,120
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:45 amAKL - SFO
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2811:03 amSFO - AKL
1 stop37h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,127
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/143:50 pmAKL - SFO
Nonstop12h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/287:50 pmSFO - AKL
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,130
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:35 pmAKL - SFO
2 stops22h 37mDelta
Sun 12/1410:40 amSFO - AKL
1 stop24h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/10![Delta logo]()
$1,135
Find flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $791 (Bravofly) |
One-way from | $383 (BYOjet) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,032 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,029 or less |
Good one-way deal | $535 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Auckland
Fly to
San Francisco
Route
Depart
Return
Price
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sun 1/25
2:50 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop18h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 2/1
10:05 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop18h 30m
$813
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 1/19
1:20 pm-7:12 pm
1 stop26h 52m
San Francisco
Sun 2/1
6:42 am-9:55 am
1 stop30h 13m
$844
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/5
11:30 pm-7:45 pm
1 stop17h 15m
San Francisco
Mon 2/9
7:31 am-9:20 pm
1 stop16h 49m
$846
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/5
11:30 pm-11:03 pm
2 stops20h 33m
San Francisco
Mon 2/9
7:31 am-9:20 pm
1 stop16h 49m
$917
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sun 1/25
4:05 pm-6:44 pm
2 stops23h 39m
San Francisco
Sun 2/1
10:05 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop18h 30m
$958
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sat 1/24
11:30 pm-7:45 pm
1 stop17h 15m
San Francisco
Sat 1/31
7:30 am-9:55 am
1 stop29h 25m
$964
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Mon 1/19
1:15 pm-3:35 pm
2 stops23h 20m
San Francisco
Sun 2/1
10:05 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop18h 30m
$977
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Sat 1/24
7:00 am-10:34 am
2 stops24h 34m
San Francisco
Sat 1/31
6:00 pm-5:20 pm
2 stops26h 20m
$995
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Thu 1/29
10:00 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop16h 15m
San Francisco
Thu 2/19
10:45 pm-9:10 am
Nonstop13h 25m
$996
AucklandSan Francisco
AKL - SFO
AKLSFO
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/5
11:30 pm-7:45 pm
1 stop17h 15m
$435
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Compare providers for flights from Auckland to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to San Francisco in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Auckland-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Auckland-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 82 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 Auckland to San Francisco?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to San Francisco (average of $593). Flying from Auckland to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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 AKL to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
How often are flights from Auckland to San Francisco delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between Auckland and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
The best insider tips for Auckland to San Francisco flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Auckland to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 17
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 17
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 17
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 17
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 17
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$640 | Average$719 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$783 | Average$1,091 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$785 | Average$1,104 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$898 | Average$1,154 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |