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$719+ Cheap flights to Big Sur

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SFO
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Big Sur in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Big Sur
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Wed 29/406:00
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 6/522:35
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$1,093
Fri 1/513:15
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 24/522:35
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,095
Fri 1/513:15
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 31/522:35
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$1,096
Sun 19/406:00
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 24/422:35
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/3$1,098
Sun 26/406:00
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/522:35
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,099
Wed 3/609:20
SYD
-
SFO
2 stops24h 56m
Air Canada
Sun 7/620:51
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop41h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/3$1,125
Thu 30/409:20
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Air Canada
Thu 7/516:30
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop21h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/3$1,126

Find flight deals to Big Sur

Find the latest flights to Big Sur in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 17 March 2026.

Return from

$1,093

One-way from

$719

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,386
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/4-6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
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6/9
  • 6/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Sydney to Big Sur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

13:20-13:55

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

22:35-11:50

1 stop20h 15m

$1,237

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

11:55-12:55

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

22:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

$1,237

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

09:55-12:55

1 stop20h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

17:41-08:45

2 stops22h 04m

$1,544

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

20:45-12:49

2 stops33h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

07:32-18:50

2 stops42h 18m

$1,612
Fastest return journey

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

10:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

23:00-06:55

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,937

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/6

10:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

23:00-06:55

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,937

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/5

10:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 17/5

22:50-06:55

Nonstop15h 05m

$1,957

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

09:30-11:48

1 stop19h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

16:15-07:00

1 stop21h 45m

$1,980

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

20:45-12:27

2 stops32h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

08:20-18:50

1 stop17h 30m

$1,991

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

10:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 20/6

22:37-07:00

1 stop39h 23m

$2,021

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Best time to book a flight to Big Sur

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Big Sur

When is the best time to book a flight to Big Sur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Big Sur. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Big Sur?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Big Sur takes 13 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Big Sur from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Big Sur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Big Sur should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Big Sur

The most flights from Sydney to Big Sur 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 (6 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Big Sur?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Big Sur are United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $962
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $950
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,017
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $826

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Big Sur?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Big Sur are Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines.

Rainfall in Big Sur by month

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

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

Temperature in Big Sur by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Sur, 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 Big Sur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Sur. 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 Big Sur. Reviews last updated 17 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
613 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,005 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,432 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,811 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

FAQs about flying to Big Sur

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Big Sur if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Big Sur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Big Sur?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Alaska Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Big Sur.

  • How much is a return flight to Big Sur?

    A return flight to Big Sur will typically cost around $223, however they can be found for as little as $87.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Big Sur depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Big Sur, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does San Francisco have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San Francisco can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San Francisco?

    Yes. San Francisco has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Grand Hyatt At Sfo is the closest property to San Francisco (1.6 km away from San Francisco).

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