SYD - SFO

£253 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to San Francisco

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sydney to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sydney to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Sydney to San Francisco (SYD-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to San Francisco.
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06:00 - 13:50SYD-SFO
24h 50m1 stop
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22:55 - 14:55SFO-SYD
23h 00m2 stops
Sun, 4 May - Tue, 13 May
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11:15 - 13:25SYD-SFO
20h 10m2 stops
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22:05 - 12:30SFO-SYD
19h 25m1 stop
Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 19 Nov
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06:00 - 13:25SYD-SFO
24h 25m1 stop
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22:35 - 11:45SFO-SYD
20h 10m1 stop
£689Fiji Airways
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Fri, 29 Aug - Fri, 26 Sep
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14:15 - 13:25SYD-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
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23:25 - 12:45SFO-SYD
19h 20m1 stop
£709Fiji Airways
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Sun, 12 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
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08:55 - 09:45SYD-SFO
41h 50m1 stop
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11:55 - 06:20SFO-SYD
25h 25m1 stop
£749Japan Airlines
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Thu, 5 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
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10:10 - 20:50SYD-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
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23:55 - 08:00SFO-SYD
39h 05m1 stop
£750Philippine Airlines
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:10 - 20:50SYD-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
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23:55 - 08:00SFO-SYD
39h 05m1 stop
£762Philippine Airlines
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:15 - 18:40SYD-SFO
25h 25m1 stop
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22:50 - 08:15SFO-SYD
40h 25m1 stop
£763Vietnam Airlines
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 27 Sep
Japan Airlines Logo
08:55 - 10:05SYD-SFO
42h 10m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
12:25 - 06:20SFO-SYD
24h 55m1 stop
£772Japan Airlines
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Wed, 13 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:15 - 18:40SYD-SFO
25h 25m1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
22:50 - 09:15SFO-SYD
40h 25m1 stop
£840Vietnam Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct

Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


Free Wi-Fi messaging on most flights; check coverage before purchasing full internet access.

Lufthansa

Enjoy 50% more personal space in Premium Economy, plus an extra checked bag up to 23 kg.


Access 11 special meal choices on long-haul flights, including gluten-free and kosher options.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
Airports
SYD

For international departures, allow extra time for security and passport control at SYD, as lines can be longer than expected.

Read more about SYDby Robert Schrader
SFO

Upon arrival at SFO, consider using BART for a cost-effective and efficient way to reach downtown San Francisco.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Thursday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Sydney, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost £653 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,010 and £872 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £1,260 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to San Francisco, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Sydney to San Francisco

Low season

March

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£253
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to San Francisco

When to book flights from Sydney to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Sydney to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Sydney to San Francisco 
AurianneFlew with United AirlinesSYD-SFOSept 2024
Ensure you have 2-3 hours layover You’ll likely need unless you don’t mind missing your next flight
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesSYD-SFOOct 2024
Bring a water bottle so you don't have to be wasteful with the
DonnaFlew with Qantas AirwaysSYD-SFODec 2023
We got off a cruise so were at the airport over 7hrs before our flight. We paid for the day pass at the Premium Club. Totally worth it! It was quiet and offered food, drinks, showers and when they closed, we were able to go to the downstairs lounge which opened at 6:30. This lounge was much larger and had a bigger selection of food and beverages. Would definitely go there again.
Verified travelerFlew with Air New ZealandSYD-SFOJan 2024
Fly air New Zealand. So pleasant and lovely experience

FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to San Francisco

  • What shopping options are there at Sydney Airport?

    Whether you like to wander the stores to pass time before your flight or need to pick up some last-minute additions for your trip, there are many shopping possibilities at Sydney Airport. International Terminal 1 has three duty-free stores, as well as numerous other retailers offering fragrances, jewellery, clothing, handbags and more.

  • Are there airport hotels at Sydney Airport?

    Sydney Airport’s International Terminal 1 closes at 23:00 each night and opens again at 03:00. If you need to stay near the airport the night before your flight (due to an early departure or connection from another part of Australia), Rydges Sydney Airport is an airport hotel located around a 4min walk from the terminal. Rooms are air conditioned and come with runway views.

  • What lounges are available in the international terminal of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    For passengers with access to airline lounges, the following are available in Terminal 1: Singapore Airlines Silverkris Lounge, Air New Zealand Lounge, Emirates Airlines Lounge, The Qantas Club Lounge and American Express Lounge. If you are not eligible for an airline lounge, the pay-per-use Plaza Premium Lounge allows paid entry, starting at about A$ 42.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to San Francisco was £336 for a one-way ticket and £875 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to San Francisco?

    When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sydney to San Francisco?

    American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Sydney to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Sydney to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £617 or less one-way and £1,045 or less round-trip.
  • To exchange Australian dollars for American dollars or for other foreign exchange requirements, you can make use of the currency exchange facilities in the Terminal 1 international departures area of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
  • If you forgot to bring reading material for your flight, there are book stores and newsagents in International Terminal 1 of Sydney Airport. These are in the vicinity of check-in counters H and J, before you go through security. After security, you’ll find them in the vicinity of gates 10 and 39.
  • If you are travelling on business, there is a business centre in the terminal main hall of San Francisco International Airport (SFO). It has facilities for fax/copying, mobile phone rentals and internet access.
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Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +4 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +7 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +4 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +7 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +4 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +3 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +4 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +6 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +7 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, SWISS, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +3 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, SWISS, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +3 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, SWISS, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +3 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, SWISS, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +3 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Sydney to San Francisco

Information on your arrival and departure airports

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