10,460 km · ~12h
Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO)
A long Pacific crossing operated by Air New Zealand 787-9 and United 787-9. Both products are solid; NZ's service is consistently rated higher.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- Auckland (AKL)
- Destination
- San Francisco (SFO)
- Distance
- 10,460 km
- Flight time
- ~12h
- Airlines
- Air New Zealand, United Airlines
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 787-9
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
Air New Zealand — Boeing 787-9
Share: Daily NZ · Cabin: Business Premier (herringbone)
United Airlines — Boeing 787-9
Share: Daily UA · Cabin: Polaris
Best business class on this route
Air New Zealand Business Premier — better service, similar seat.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from AKL to SFO?
The Auckland–San Francisco route is operated on Boeing 787-9 by Air New Zealand, United Airlines.
How long is the flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Auckland to San Francisco is 10,460 km and takes approximately ~12h.
Which airlines fly AKL to SFO?
Air New Zealand, United Airlines operate scheduled flights from Auckland to San Francisco.
What is the best business class from AKL to SFO?
Air New Zealand Business Premier — better service, similar seat.