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Cheapest return flight
$1,347
Typical prices: $1,500-$2,139
Fiji Airways
Mon 2/4Mon 9/4
AKL - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$2,026
Typical prices: $1,724-$2,245
Air New Zealand
Thu 18/1Wed 7/2
AKL - SFO • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Air New Zealand. Average duration is 12h 18m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to San Francisco

 
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Recent return flight deals to San Francisco

Fri, 2 Apr - Fri, 9 Apr
Fiji Airways Logo
16:00 - 13:40AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 40m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
23:05 - 15:00SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 55m1 stop Nadi
$1,347Fiji Airways
Sun, 24 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
16:05 - 14:58AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 53m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
16:07 - 13:40SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
$1,397Air Tahiti Nui
Sun, 24 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
16:05 - 22:12AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 07m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles
Air Tahiti Nui Logo
21:14 - 13:40SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
43h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa
$1,405Air Tahiti Nui
Fri, 2 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr
Fiji Airways Logo
08:00 - 13:40AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 40m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
23:05 - 23:15SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 10m1 stop Nadi
$1,418Fiji Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 08:19AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
45h 19m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:09 - 00:15SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
42h 06m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi
$1,453Multiple Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
American Airlines Logo
06:40 - 15:55AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines Logo
09:15 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,455American Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
American Airlines Logo
06:40 - 15:55AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines Logo
09:15 - 09:55SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,458American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 08:19AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
45h 19m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:21 - 00:15SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 54m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$1,575Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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15:50 - 23:24AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
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16:00 - 09:10SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,877Qantas Airways
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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15:50 - 23:24AKL  Auckland Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
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16:00 - 09:10SFO  San Francisco-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,877Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to San Francisco

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to San Francisco?

Auckland to San Francisco is the cheapest route at $1,347 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to San Francisco?

On average, a return flight from New Zealand to San Francisco costs $1,767, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Christchurch average $1,684, while Auckland runs a bit higher at $1,753.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco at $1,743 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at $1,952.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco with an average price of $1,469 return.
•August ($2,125) and July ($1,962) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco?

Night flights to San Francisco are the cheapest at $1,664 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,927.

What is a good deal for flights to San Francisco?

Flights under $1,500 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to San Francisco at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Christchurch $1,475
•Auckland $1,493.

When are flights to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights to San Francisco are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to San Francisco

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$571
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Auckland to San Francisco

When to book flights to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to San Francisco, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to San Francisco is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San Francisco is around $1,500 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to San Francisco from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to San Francisco varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Auckland: 12h 05m
    • From Christchurch: 13h

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to San Francisco?

    Last-minute fares to San Francisco (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 7% higher than the average return fare of $1,767.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San Francisco?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from New Zealand to San Francisco at 7 per week, while Air New Zealand is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to San Francisco. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to San Francisco?

  • How many flights serve San Francisco?

    San Francisco receives 2 flights per day and 14 per week from across the world. Auckland has the most flights to San Francisco with 13 weekly flights.

  • Is there a train to the city from San Francisco Airport?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transport (BART) links San Francisco Airport to the downtown district as well as Oakland. To reach the BART Airport Station, take the escalator up to the Departures Level and you will see signs to the BART entrance. A number of stations are located along Market Street which is San Francisco’s main thoroughfare, and can be reached with a one-way ticket that costs USD$8.65 (≈NZ$ 12.50).

  • How much will an Uber cost from San Francisco Airport to Levi’s Stadium?

    If you are planning on attending a San Francisco 49ers game or have another event in mind, you can get an Uber there for USD$50 (≈NZ$ 73).

  • Can I have a shower when I land at San Francisco Airport?

    Head to the Freshen Up store inside the International Terminal where you can enjoy a hot shower and wash away the stress of travel. A shower package can be purchased for US$25 (≈NZ$ 36.50) and includes soap, shampoo, shower shoes, a towel and access to hairdryers.

Your guide to booking San Francisco flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to San Francisco, book around 18 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 26% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to San Francisco, a good return fare is around $1,500. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to San Francisco in February. Return fares historically average $1,469, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $263 on a return flight. Evening flights to San Francisco average $1,664 compared to $1,927 for afternoon flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to San Francisco, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Air New Zealand includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and Virgin Atlantic includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in San Francisco, a few great places to start are Moscone Center, Golden Gate Theatre, and Union Square. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • If you are travelling to Silicon Valley, flying to San Francisco Airport (SFO) has cheaper and more frequent flights from New Zealand than San Jose Airport (SJC). The distance from San Francisco Airport is approximately 44 km and can be driven in as little as 30 min.
  • San Francisco Airport can also be a good choice for international travellers journeying to Oakland, a city located directly across the San Francisco Bay. San Francisco Airport offers considerably cheaper flights than those to Oakland Airport (OAK), and you can travel between the cities by train in just 20 min.
  • There are no duty-free shops available within the arrivals area of San Francisco Airport. This means that you should do your shopping either as you leave New Zealand, or in transit if you have a layover before reaching San Francisco.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to San Francisco

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 260 reviews
8.0Boarding
7.5Food
8.5Crew
7.4Entertainment
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

The flight was delayed and it was delayed on my trip from Seattle to San Francisco also, my luggage didn’t get to me 5 days later after my arrival.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Sept 2026
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The flight was delayed and it was delayed on my trip from Seattle to San Francisco also, my luggage didn’t get to me 5 days later after my arrival.

Left on time , arrived on time. Staff was awesome!!!!! Great flight!!!!

A bit cramped in economy and the people in front wouldn’t put their seats up during meal service, crew did not help with that and I felt they could have done more about it.

The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Better connections, much better cabin crew, much cleaner cabin that Qantas, American and probably other carriers.

The flight attendants were extremely friendly and helpful. Everything ran on time. I highly recommend Fiji Airways.

Very clean aircraft. Friendly staff. New plane. Food quality was good. Not my flavor but I saw the effort.

Premium economy seats and food we're very nice although the price could be more affordable so we can do it more often.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

Please add more Bollywood movies and recent movies to the entertainment.

Kayak did not propagate my United miles account and I had to manually get credit.

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

The flight attendances were very helpful and friendly ! Dinner and breakfast were great . The seat was not too comfortable though .

Couldn’t request a vegan meal somehow but I noticed other people getting them

Good food and entertainment options. Great Staff that were all welcoming and caregiving.

Overall, it was a very good experience. I would have given it a 10/10, especially based on our flight from SFO to Melbourne. The cabin crew on that flight were wonderful and incredibly attentive. They took extra care when setting up our beds so we could sleep comfortably without being disturbed. Dinner was served promptly and smoothly. I woke up quite late, when the flight was already preparing for landing, and the crew still made sure I was taken care of. They brought me English tea in a proper cup, and when it was time to prepare the cabin for landing, they thoughtfully transferred it into a takeaway cup so I could continue enjoying it along with some breakfast. Those small, thoughtful gestures made the long flight feel much more comfortable and special. The service from the SFO to Melbourne crew was truly excellent.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Flight arrived late with no one to help over 30 people rebook. I slept at the airport.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

The plane was new (<6mos old) and was very well appointed. Lots of places to store things/plenty of legroom/comfortable seats/great blankets and headsets. Food was very good too. And crew were all very friendly and accommodating. Great trip!

The food could be much better. Also very unfortunate that most of business class seats were empty but I could not upgrade.

Bag got checked but I thought one personal item was guaranteed.

The seats are very small, that is all the staff did a good job.

The flight was for my mom in wheelchair the staff in Newark wer not friendly took a long time to even get a wheelchair she almost missed her flight because they finally got a chair few minutes before boarding they had to rush her to the gate. They took her carryon and checked it as a bag told her don’t worry free of charge but they charge the credit card anyway. She also told me the seats are not comfortable at all as if they were broken she could feel the bars in the seat SFO staff was much better overall she had the worst experience

First class flight crew was barely available. They came through 3 times while we were on the plane for nearly 4 hours.

United did nit provide any updated on flight crew not bein available until boarding time started. It was bad. Itws alate night flight and there no proactive communication and iha d an important meeting that i missed due to thus

Delayed too much. 1.5 hrs in the airport and another 1 hr in the runway. Got too late in the night. There was no proper food available.

For the Singapore to CA flight, nearly 16 hours long was miserable. We sat on the tarmac for one hour to burn fuel. The flight attendant girls were mean. They would yell at people who stood up to try to stretch their legs. One time the drinks came thru and the lady judged us and made a comment about how much sugar was in apple juice when we ordered it once. She was rude and inappropriate. The entire flight was frustrating. You'd think a long haul like that the airline would try to make you comfortable. I just don't understand why the ladies were so snappy. I have never experienced rude flight attendants like that. It was the longest flight I've had to sit on before. We were not impressed. Raymond on the other hand was amazing! By far the best person working that flight!

On the way my flight entertainment wouldn’t work the screen went black and no matter how many times I tried to turn it on it wouldn’t. Food was surprisingly good but the tray tables were tiny so you couldn’t get anything else on the table. The seats hardly go back and are not overly comfortable. Wouldn’t fly United again.

temperature, temperature, temperature. it was hot as balls and everyone around me was complaining and constantly adjusting their vents

I liked that 5 pound refreshment voucher was given for 1 hr delay. Staff were courteous and professional. I was expecting more for the 2nd meal (pizza). Usually for a long flight, the 2nd meal is something like eggs/sausage/potatoes/fruit/dessert.

I am absolutely furious with American. they shut the door in my face when I was trying to board the flight and kicked me off of it. They made no attempt to call my name or contact me or anything. They just said they gave my seat away. The customer service response has been atrocious. I will never fly this airline again as long as I live.

Old dirty plane but great lie flat seats in business class

Worst experience ever, extremely disorganized airline with super rude crew for first class passengers. I have submitted feedback to AA customer care online that this was my worst experience traveling in over 30 years

Our experience with American Airlines was extremely disappointing and honestly made an already exhausting international journey much worse. After flying all the way from Melbourne and dealing with significant jet lag, the American Airlines experience at LAX was the last thing we needed. The terminal and boarding area felt very old and uncomfortable, with little to no air conditioning and only old fans running in the area. Boarding was also through outdoor stairs rather than a jet bridge, which felt especially inconvenient after such a long journey. Even though we were traveling First Class, the onboard experience was surprisingly poor. There were no meaningful snack options, no decent coffee available to order, and the aircraft was so small that there was barely enough overhead space for carry-on luggage. The staff experience was also disappointing and lacked the warmth or attentiveness we had experienced on our international flights. To make matters worse, the flight departed late, extending an already very long travel day. Overall, the combination of the outdated terminal, uncomfortable boarding process, limited First Class service, small aircraft, poor staff experience, and delay made this an extremely unpleasant final leg of our journey. It significantly worsened our exhaustion and jet lag rather than making the connection home easier. Unfortunately, this experience was bad enough that I do not plan to travel with American Airlines again in the future.

Horrible. No AC. No Air inside the plane. We had to deplane twice! It is late almost 5 hrs in total. I almost passed out and about to call 911. I asked the crew to be honest and open the door. The lady next to me was lay down in the floor due to heat and no air inside the plane. I got headaches, can’t wait the replacement flight about midnight Dallas time. I end it up rebook for next day flight and stay overnight using my own pocket in a hotel nearby due to headaches and can’t breath. I still have a headache this morning. Still not decided yes how to file this issue to AA and/or FAA.

I could not ask for more. Great service and experience.

Initial flight had an engine overheat - returned to DFW. Had another plane ready, but crew timed out. Had to wait 5h for boarding. Fully boarded and pilot says plane is not flight worthy. Deplane and go to the other end of the terminal. Wait an hour to board third plane because the crew couldn’t leave the second plane because no wheelchairs were brought to remove passengers. Finally take off and there is no catering (in flight service) even in first class. Very much an AA failure.

The food was good. I almost didn't get a seat on the flight unless I agreed to sit in emergency exit.

The flight attendant was very polite and attentive. The food was good.

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