Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Auckland?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,017.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Auckland?

Nadi (NAN) was the most common stop: 62% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Auckland on average per week?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Auckland is 32 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 28% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Auckland?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 44m.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Auckland on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 4 flights per day flying from San Francisco to Auckland. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Auckland?

Vancouver (YVR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 39m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Auckland Intl?

Fiji Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Auckland Intl

What airlines fly to Auckland?

Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Fiji Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Auckland from San Francisco according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Auckland. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Auckland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport refresh daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Auckland Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Auckland Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Auckland Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Auckland?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Auckland. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,135. If you’re not able to fly to Auckland in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Auckland during May average around $1,144.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Auckland?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Auckland from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,329. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,461. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Auckland.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Auckland?

Flying to Auckland from San Francisco at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $719 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Auckland is in the evening when prices are around $1,381.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Auckland?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Auckland from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Auckland for around $1,256 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Auckland from San Francisco for as low as $1,042 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Auckland Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Auckland Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Auckland flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Auckland flight.

How have San Francisco to Auckland flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Francisco to Auckland flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Auckland from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $873. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Auckland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,228.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Auckland takes 12h 55m

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How far is San Francisco to Auckland Intl by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Auckland Intl will travel around 6525.3 mi. 18h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Auckland Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Auckland Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Auckland Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Auckland Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to Auckland is Boeing 777, representing 47.68% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 41.97%, Boeing 787 Dreamliner at 8.70%, and Boeing 777-300 at 0.53%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Auckland?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Auckland is Air New Zealand (47% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (23%), Fiji Airways (14%), and Air Canada (8%).

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Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.6 69 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
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United Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,976 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 514 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

Air New Zealand Flights From San Francisco to Auckland
Air New Zealand operates around 7 flights from San Francisco to Auckland every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $1,378, but momondo users have found Air New Zealand deals from San Francisco to Auckland from as low as $1,018 round-trip. Air New Zealand has been scored 8.0/10 in 514 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Auckland
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Auckland start from as low as $949 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $1,304. United Airlines operates 7 flights to Auckland from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,976 reviews.

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Flying to Auckland from San Francisco at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $719 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Auckland is in the evening when prices are around $1,381.

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Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Auckland flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Auckland flight.

How have San Francisco to Auckland flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Francisco to Auckland flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Auckland Intl?

Fiji Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Auckland Intl

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Auckland?

Nadi (NAN) was the most common stop: 62% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Auckland?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,017.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Auckland?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 44m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Auckland?

Vancouver (YVR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 39m.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Auckland on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 4 flights per day flying from San Francisco to Auckland. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Auckland on average per week?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Auckland is 32 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 28% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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