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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 15,683. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sydney.R 6,596 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,596, select.

Sydney.R 7,602 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,602, select.

Sydney.R 7,773 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,773, select.

Sydney.R 7,842 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,842, select.

Sydney.R 7,863 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,863, select.

Sydney.R 7,871 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,871, select.

Sydney.R 8,146 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,146, select.

Sydney.R 8,701 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,701, select.

Sydney.R 8,867 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,867, select.

Sydney.R 8,870 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,870, select.

Sydney.R 10,285 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,285, select.

Sydney.R 10,756 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,756, select.

Sydney.R 12,849 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,849, select.

Sydney.R 12,914 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,914, select.

Sydney.R 12,940 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,940, select.

Sydney.R 12,964 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,964, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in November.

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San Francisco to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 6,596
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	15 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	55

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Sydney is R 15,479. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Sydney?

15 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Sydney.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Sydney?

Lufthansa, SWISS and Virgin Australia fly direct from San Francisco International to Sydney.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Sydney?

As of July 2026, there are 55 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Sydney.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sydney is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport on Saturday, 26 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sydney?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney with?

Currently, Alaska Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know

Around 15 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 19 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Every week, there are 12 San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, take the 20:10 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your SFO to SYD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
United has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Sydney — and maybe even more of Australia if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating SFO to SYD flights is United. Its services land as scheduled 68.75% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SFO and SYD include:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Brisbane Airport
- Honolulu International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sydney Airport (SYD)

R 6,596 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Return flights start from R 15,479. These fares can change based on availability.
Book nine months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to SYD.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to SYD is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)

Consider booking a hotel close to SYD if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Sydney Airport about two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

From Sydney Airport, Sydney is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you want to go to Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without visiting Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.