Beautiful view of San Francisco skyline with tranquil waters and a dramatic sunset sky. — flights from Auckland to San Francisco
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Flights from Auckland to San Francisco

Nonstop flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO) take about 13h 38m (10,510 km). Air New Zealand and United Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $663 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in San Francisco

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A United Airlines jet soaring over the iconic San Francisco skyline. — arriving in San Francisco

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Auckland →1 lounge at Auckland AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresSFO to San Francisco: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in San Francisco →22 drop-off points, from $2.00

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Airlines flying Auckland to San Francisco

Carriers on AKL–SFO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air New Zealandnonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Auckland to San Francisco flights

How long is the flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 13h 38m, covering 10,510 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Auckland from San Francisco by air?
The great-circle distance between Auckland International Airport and San Francisco International Airport is 10,510 km (6,531 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Auckland to San Francisco?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AKL–SFO route include Air New Zealand and United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Auckland to San Francisco cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AKL–SFO was $663 USD with Air New Zealand (nonstop), departing 7 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Auckland to San Francisco?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $363 with one stop against $663 nonstop, a saving of $300. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from New Zealand to San Francisco?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter San Francisco visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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