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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney from $975

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SYD
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or February, 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 29 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,446

One-way from

$975

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,637

Good round-trip deal

$1,492 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,039 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 14/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 31/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 22m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($433 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sydney
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 29 May 2025.

Sun 14/922:05SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 30/910:50SYD - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/5$1,446
Sun 5/1023:25SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
Sun 12/1014:15SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/5$1,449
Sun 27/722:55SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/816:20SYD - SFO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,455
Sat 1/1123:25SFO - SYD
1 stop40h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 13/1111:35SYD - SFO
1 stop27h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 28/5$1,472
Tue 19/801:45SFO - SYD
1 stop24h 30mANA
Wed 10/911:50SYD - SFO
2 stops24h 48mANA
Deal found 27/5$1,610
Sun 17/813:05SFO - SYD
2 stops25h 15mAir Canada
Sun 7/909:20SYD - SFO
2 stops44h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 26/5$1,632
Wed 13/809:40SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 05mAlaska Airlines
Thu 21/821:40SYD - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,634
Sat 9/809:40SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 4/921:40SYD - SFO
1 stop16h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 26/5$1,645

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Sydney that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Sydney

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Depart

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Price

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 14/9

22:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/9

10:50-11:50

1 stop18h 00m

$1,446

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

23:25-12:45

1 stop19h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

14:15-13:25

1 stop17h 10m

$1,449

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 27/7

22:55-11:45

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/8

16:20-22:40

2 stops23h 20m

$1,455

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

23:25-09:45

1 stop40h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

11:35-20:15

1 stop27h 40m

$1,472

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 19/8

01:45-19:15

1 stop24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/9

11:50-19:38

2 stops24h 48m

$1,610

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 17/8

13:05-07:20

2 stops25h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/9

09:20-12:23

2 stops44h 03m

$1,632

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 13/8

09:40-19:45

1 stop17h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/8

21:40-21:30

1 stop16h 50m

$1,634

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sat 9/8

09:40-19:45

1 stop17h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/9

21:40-21:30

1 stop16h 50m

$1,645

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 12/10

00:20-20:45

1 stop26h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

11:05-17:20

1 stop24h 15m

$1,746

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

19:08-07:30

1 stop19h 22m

$975

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney

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

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 23 May 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 29 May 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 18% 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 29 May 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SYD are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 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 29 May 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, ANA and Fiji Airways 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.

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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.
8.3
Very Good

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

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 San Francisco to Sydney. 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 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 6 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 6 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?

    Air New Zealand, at $1,446, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Fiji Airways and Philippine Airlines. Air New Zealand is 18% 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 $975 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include ANA from $987 and Qantas Airways from $1,000 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 American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%) and Qantas Airways (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Sydney is generally $1,550, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,038. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,172 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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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$887Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,163Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,238Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,320Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,492Average$1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,549Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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