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Cheap flights from Sydney to Salinas, California from $528

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SFO
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Salinas are usually found in August or November, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2026.

Sun 6/913:15
SYD
-
SFO
2 stops24h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/906:04
SFO
-
SYD
3 stops47h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,177
Sun 6/913:15
SYD
-
SFO
2 stops24h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/906:04
SFO
-
SYD
3 stops36h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,187
Thu 30/709:10
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop30h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 12/810:12
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop27h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,190
Tue 3/1111:20
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop18h 47m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/1120:45
SFO
-
SYD
Nonstop14h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,194
Mon 10/809:10
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop19h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 8/912:38
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop25h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,196
Wed 29/710:20
SYD
-
SFO
Nonstop13h 30m
Virgin Australia
Sun 9/823:00
SFO
-
SYD
Nonstop14h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/7$1,197
Tue 28/717:50
SYD
-
SFO
2 stops37h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 11/810:12
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop27h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,200
Mon 3/809:10
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop20h 58m
American Airlines
Mon 31/810:12
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop27h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,201
Mon 10/810:20
SYD
-
SFO
Nonstop13h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 9/919:49
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop18h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,203
Thu 30/710:20
SYD
-
SFO
Nonstop13h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 12/823:00
SFO
-
SYD
Nonstop14h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,204

Find flight deals from Sydney to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,177

One-way from

$528

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,693
6/9-16/9
  • 6/9-16/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 71h 52m total
  • Sydney to Salinas
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 17m total
  • Sydney to Salinas
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

10:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

13:50-07:00

1 stop24h 10m

$1,207

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

17:50-18:23

1 stop17h 33m

San Francisco

Thu 3/9

15:03-07:30

2 stops23h 27m

$1,280

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

09:30-20:18

1 stop27h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

23:05-06:55

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,802

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

09:30-09:33

1 stop17h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

21:25-07:00

1 stop40h 35m

$1,917

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/12

11:20-10:04

1 stop17h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 13/1

20:45-06:25

Nonstop14h 40m

$2,109

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/1

19:15-14:55

3 stops38h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 28/1

22:20-17:40

3 stops48h 20m

$2,176

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/12

10:40-16:21

2 stops24h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

10:00-06:50

2 stops25h 50m

$2,334
Fastest return journey

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/1

11:50-06:30

Nonstop13h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 25/1

23:10-09:20

Nonstop15h 10m

$2,341

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/12

10:40-16:21

2 stops24h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 20/1

06:00-08:30

2 stops31h 30m

$2,434

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/12

10:40-08:58

1 stop17h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

19:00-08:30

2 stops42h 30m

$2,509

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Salinas

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Salinas is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Salinas. 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 29 July 2026.

The most flights from SYD to S9N are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Salinas?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Salinas flights typically cost between $1,078 and $1,518 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,177 on Multiple Airlines (6 Sept–16 Sept).

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Salinas. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated 29 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to Salinas by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
656 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,073 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,047 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,407 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Salinas. 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 from for flights from Sydney to Salinas?

    For a flight from Sydney to Salinas, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Salinas per day. 12 airlines have flights to Salinas from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Salinas flight route?

    Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Salinas have been viewed 2,801 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Salinas?

    United Airlines can get you from Sydney to Salinas in just under 13h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Sydney and Salinas are separated by a distance of 11941 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $475. Users have also found prices from $535 and $627 on Hawaiian Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Salinas?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Salinas are American Airlines (81%), Alaska Airlines (81%) and Qantas Airways (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Salinas? While on average our users pay $5,139, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $691. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco), is priced around $992.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Salinas?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Salinas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Salinas

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FrontierCheapest$88Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$190Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$742Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$816Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$857Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$927Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,044Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,055Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,086Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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