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Cheap flights from Sydney to San Francisco from $594

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SFO
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco are usually found in August or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,243

One-way from

$594

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,480

Good round-trip deal

$1,577 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,195 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/4-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
29/4
  • 29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($309 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 15/406:15SYD - SFO
1 stop24h 35mFiji Airways
Tue 20/522:45SFO - SYD
1 stop20h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,243
Sat 8/312:10SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/306:00SFO - SYD
1 stop33h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,297
Thu 29/516:20SYD - SFO
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/607:00SFO - SYD
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,300
Wed 5/311:20SYD - SFO
1 stop19h 51mAir Canada
Wed 19/314:45SFO - SYD
1 stop23h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$1,331
Thu 27/221:25SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 12/310:10SFO - SYD
1 stop28h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,424
Mon 3/311:15SYD - SFO
1 stop31h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/321:15SFO - SYD
Nonstop14h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,427
Thu 6/321:25SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 10/311:34SFO - SYD
1 stop27h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,430
Mon 24/212:10SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 45mLufthansa
Wed 14/516:25SFO - SYD
1 stop21h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2$1,582
Fri 21/221:40SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 28/207:45SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,652
Wed 21/511:50SYD - SFO
2 stops26h 56mANA
Sun 25/510:51SFO - SYD
2 stops39h 24mANA
Deal found 20/2$1,701
Wed 2/422:10SYD - SFO
1 stop39h 45mChina Airlines
Tue 8/401:05SFO - SYD
1 stop40h 40mChina Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,751
Wed 5/322:10SYD - SFO
2 stops40h 30mChina Southern
Tue 18/300:35SFO - SYD
1 stop25h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2$1,764

Find flights from Sydney to San Francisco within your budget

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Price

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/4

06:15-13:50

1 stop24h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 20/5

22:45-11:45

1 stop20h 00m

$1,243

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/3

12:10-06:55

Nonstop13h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

06:00-09:05

1 stop33h 05m

$1,297

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

16:20-07:15

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 5/6

07:00-14:40

1 stop38h 40m

$1,300

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/3

11:20-12:11

1 stop19h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

14:45-08:35

1 stop23h 50m

$1,331

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/3

11:15-23:59

1 stop31h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 16/3

21:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,427

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

21:25-15:45

Nonstop13h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 10/3

11:34-09:00

1 stop27h 26m

$1,430

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/3

12:10-06:55

Nonstop13h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

23:55-09:15

Nonstop15h 20m

$1,482

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/3

11:15-20:55

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 29/3

16:57-06:55

1 stop43h 58m

$1,511

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/5

11:50-21:46

2 stops26h 56m

San Francisco

Sun 25/5

10:51-19:15

2 stops39h 24m

$1,701

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/4

22:10-19:55

1 stop39h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

01:05-10:45

1 stop40h 40m

$1,751

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to San Francisco is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from SYD to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, ANA and Asiana Airlines from Sydney to San Francisco 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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.

8.4
Very Good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

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 Sydney 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 airports do I use to fly from Sydney to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Sydney, then you need to book flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco. There are 8 flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Kingsford Smith are available from 16 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 13h 15m is how long a nonstop flight from Sydney to San Francisco typically takes.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to San Francisco is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,243 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Air Canada, starting at $1,297 and $1,331 round-trip. Fiji Airways is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $662. Users have also found prices from $850 and $981 on Qantas Airways and Philippine Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (84%), Virgin Australia (75%) or United Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,164 for a flight from Sydney to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $753 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco) is currently priced at $1,226.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Those on a layover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can do so by travelling 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Auckland Intl for about $49 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travellers tend to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, and Grand Central Market more than any other attractions. Those on a layover in Los Angeles interested in visiting Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, or Grand Central Market can do so by travelling 18.9 km, 19.1 km, and 19.1 km, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $65 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Sydney 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$876Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,009Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,056Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,062Average$1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,066Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,144Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,209Average$2,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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DeltaCheapest$1,223Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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