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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney 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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SYD
26 févr. — 5 mars1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sydney

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

Round-trip from

$1,157

One-way from

$594

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,557

Good one-way deal

$1,049 or less
10/4-24/4
  • 10/4-24/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 43m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
19/8
  • 19/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 00m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($555 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($130 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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

jeu. 10/419:50SFO - SYD
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 24/416:20SYD - SFO
2 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,157
dim. 2/321:45SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
dim. 16/314:00SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,256
dim. 16/308:41SFO - SYD
2 stops29h 54mAir Canada
dim. 14/909:20SYD - SFO
2 stops44h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$1,293
mar. 8/400:35SFO - SYD
1 stop38h 50mChina Southern
mer. 30/421:45SYD - SFO
2 stops39h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2$1,397
mar. 22/422:05SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
dim. 25/511:50SYD - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$1,439
mar. 15/416:04SFO - SYD
1 stop21h 31mDelta
mer. 30/409:25SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 45mDelta
Deal found 20/2$1,461
ven. 21/207:45SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 00mHawaiian Airlines
ven. 28/221:40SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,657
jeu. 26/619:45SFO - SYD
1 stop31h 00mAlaska Airlines
ven. 18/721:40SYD - SFO
1 stop24h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,684
lun. 3/312:00SFO - SYD
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
mer. 26/312:00SYD - SFO
1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,712

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San Francisco

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

jeu. 10/4

19:50-14:40

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 24/4

16:20-22:13

2 stops22h 53m

$1,157

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

jeu. 1/5

22:45-12:15

1 stop20h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 13/5

06:15-13:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,256

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

dim. 16/3

16:35-08:35

1 stop22h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 14/9

09:20-12:38

2 stops44h 18m

$1,293

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

mar. 8/4

00:35-08:25

1 stop38h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 30/4

21:45-20:30

2 stops39h 45m

$1,397

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

mar. 22/4

22:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 25/5

11:50-12:50

1 stop18h 00m

$1,439

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

mar. 15/4

16:04-06:35

1 stop21h 31m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 30/4

09:25-10:10

1 stop17h 45m

$1,461

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

mer. 5/3

07:45-19:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 6/5

21:40-07:20

1 stop26h 40m

$1,657

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

lun. 3/3

12:00-10:00

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 26/3

12:00-10:00

1 stop40h 00m

$1,712

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

ven. 7/3

07:45-19:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 16/3

21:40-20:05

1 stop16h 25m

$1,775

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

mar. 19/8

09:40-14:40

1 stop36h 00m

$594

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Sydney

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

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

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

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from San Francisco to Sydney 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 février 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney. 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 février 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SYD are scheduled on a Sunday (12 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 Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney 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 Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 21 février 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, ANA and China Airlines from San Francisco to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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

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

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Sydney. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from San Francisco to Kingsford Smith, all of which are around 14h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney.

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

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

    Fiji Airways, at $1,256, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and China Southern. Fiji Airways is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $751 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $842 and Philippine Airlines from $927 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Sydney are Lufthansa (85%), American Airlines (85%) and Alaska Airlines (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Sydney is generally $1,159, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $790. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,201 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from San Francisco to Sydney 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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