£470 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Auckland (AKL)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £470 for one-way flights and £672 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San Francisco to Auckland route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Auckland Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Korean Air, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines
Return price
£672
Distance
10446 km
Average flight time
32 hours 10 mins

Compare flights from San Francisco to Auckland easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San Francisco to Auckland. Operating between them 8 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic fly direct, getting you to Auckland Intl. in just 51hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from San Francisco Intl. to Auckland Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Auckland Intl. (AKL) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Auckland today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Auckland Intl. start at just £672 and range up to £1,125.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and Auckland
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to Auckland flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Auckland Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between SFO and Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) start from £672. Book now to secure the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Auckland Airport?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but every air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Auckland Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Airport to AKL flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SFO to AKL?
The distance is around 10,500 kilometres, so pack your carry-on luggage with everything you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your San Francisco to Auckland flight? A travel pillow, earplugs and a sleep mask are among the essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to AKL?
United Airlines (UA) is the number one choice for many travellers. It offers 30 flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Auckland Airport each month. Operating 13 flights every month on this route, Air New Zealand (NZ) is another fantastic option.
Are San Francisco Airport to AKL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to AKL arising a few weeks before the departure date. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines release prices that far in advance.
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