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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Australia from $467

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SYD
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

07:45-19:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/3

21:40-19:45

1 stop17h 05m

$1,388

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

11:40-19:45

1 stop37h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/12

21:40-20:25

1 stop17h 45m

$1,392

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 27/1

07:45-08:00

2 stops29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/2

17:25-19:45

1 stop21h 20m

$1,423

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

07:45-10:50

2 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

16:50-19:45

1 stop21h 55m

$1,489

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

20:50-12:40

1 stop21h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/3

11:45-12:05

1 stop18h 20m

$1,512

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 27/2

21:45-12:45

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop18h 05m

$1,512

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 15/4

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 23/4

08:35-12:50

1 stop21h 15m

$1,560

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 5/2

16:35-09:35

1 stop22h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/2

11:20-12:11

1 stop19h 51m

$1,563

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 31/3

00:15-09:45

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

07:35-17:30

1 stop26h 55m

$1,612

San FranciscoCanberra

SFO - CBR

SFOCBR

San Francisco

Mon 10/2

18:48-17:05

2 stops27h 17m

Canberra

Tue 25/2

06:40-12:11

2 stops24h 31m

$1,676

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Australia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Australia (AU0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Sun 24/1120:51SFO - SYD
2 stops27h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/217:25SYD - SFO
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,389
Sun 1/1211:40SFO - SYD
1 stop37h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/1221:40SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,392
Thu 21/1107:05SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 23/1121:40SYD - SFO
1 stop26h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,471
Tue 10/1222:35SFO - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Tue 21/113:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,561
Wed 25/1207:10SFO - MEL
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/116:50MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,587
Sun 1/1221:45SFO - BNE
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/120:55BNE - SFO
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,762
Sun 24/1111:24SFO - CNS
2 stops47h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1211:25CNS - SFO
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,825
Wed 20/1111:25SFO - SYD
1 stop27h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/215:15SYD - SFO
1 stop25h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11$1,831
Mon 2/1219:50SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 24/1212:05MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$1,878
Mon 2/1207:10SFO - MEL
2 stops30h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 24/1218:00MEL - SFO
2 stops21h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,939
Sun 1/1219:50SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 14/1219:15SYD - SFO
1 stop34h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/11$1,944
Wed 20/1116:35SFO - SYD
1 stop22h 00mAir Canada
Mon 10/211:20SYD - SFO
1 stop19h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 20/11$1,977

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Australia

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Australia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $129). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

The most flights from SFO to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air New Zealand from San Francisco to Australia to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,025 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,308 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Australia. It is only a 19.0 km journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city centre.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Australia flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to Australia have been viewed 139 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Australia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $761 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $815 and Air Canada from $867 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Australia are San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith, San Francisco - Melbourne and San Francisco - Brisbane.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Australia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Australia on time: American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Qantas Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Australia is generally $1,570, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $747. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,068 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $129). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Australia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$943Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,222Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,231Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,265Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,422Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,490Average$2,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,524Average$1,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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