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Cheap flights from Australia to San Francisco from $544

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SFO
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,152

One-way from

$544

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,497

Good round-trip deal

$1,556 or less

Good one-way deal

$946 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/5-28/5
  • Nonstop
  • 27h 05m total
  • Australia to San Francisco
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • Australia to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($264 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Australia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Tue 13/510:30BNE - SFO
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/523:25SFO - BNE
Nonstop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,152
Fri 24/1010:00BNE - SFO
2 stops43h 38mAir Canada
Sat 1/1108:40SFO - BNE
2 stops30h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 24/3$1,156
Thu 26/620:05BNE - SFO
2 stops30h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 23/708:00SFO - BNE
2 stops28h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,163
Tue 5/820:05BNE - SFO
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/820:29SFO - BNE
2 stops21h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,168
Mon 28/709:45MEL - SFO
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/820:29SFO - MEL
2 stops22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,171
Tue 14/1010:20SYD - SFO
1 stop18h 08mAir Canada
Tue 21/1016:35SFO - SYD
1 stop21h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 24/3$1,172
Tue 3/621:30SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 5/822:00SFO - SYD
Nonstop15h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,185
Mon 12/514:45MEL - SFO
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/617:49SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,187
Fri 29/813:15SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Wed 1/1023:25SFO - SYD
1 stop29h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,193
Sun 4/515:15BNE - SFO
1 stop19h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 8/622:00SFO - BNE
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,195
Mon 28/720:30MEL - SFO
1 stop38h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 17/822:00SFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,198
Tue 20/509:10SYD - SFO
2 stops20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 27/511:26SFO - SYD
1 stop26h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,203

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to San Francisco 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Tue 13/5

10:30-06:30

Nonstop13h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

23:25-06:30

Nonstop14h 05m

$1,152

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Tue 15/7

10:20-10:33

1 stop17h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 1/8

21:03-07:05

1 stop41h 02m

$1,161

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Thu 26/6

20:05-09:23

2 stops30h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 19/7

23:59-05:25

2 stops36h 26m

$1,163

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Tue 5/8

20:05-16:20

2 stops37h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

20:29-10:50

2 stops21h 21m

$1,168

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 28/7

09:45-22:30

2 stops29h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 20/8

20:29-11:35

2 stops22h 06m

$1,171

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

21:30-17:45

Nonstop13h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 27/5

22:00-06:05

Nonstop15h 05m

$1,183

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

14:45-21:00

2 stops23h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 2/6

17:49-06:45

1 stop19h 56m

$1,187

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 28/7

20:30-17:45

1 stop38h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 17/8

22:00-09:20

1 stop18h 20m

$1,198

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

09:10-12:55

2 stops20h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 27/5

11:26-07:05

1 stop26h 39m

$1,203

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 3/6

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,209

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to San Francisco

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Australia to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 AU to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

When flying from Australia to San Francisco, 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 Australia to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to San Francisco. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from AU0 to SFO 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 San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to San Francisco, such as Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Korean Air. 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
61 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,171 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.4
Very Good
1,047 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.3
Very Good
826 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 Australia to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Australia?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Australia, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco.

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

    The Australia to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 9,882 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to San Francisco are Fiji Airways ($544), Qantas Airways ($829), and EVA Air ($927).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to San Francisco, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco, Melbourne - San Francisco or Brisbane - San Francisco, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (87%), Virgin Australia (80%) or United Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Australia to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $4,890 for a flight from Australia to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $754 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,074.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to San Francisco 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 Australia to San Francisco?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Australia to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to San Francisco. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$909Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$976Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,050Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,062Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,113Average$1,759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,169Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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