Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Adelaide and San Francisco?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 56% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Adelaide to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 20m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Adelaide to San Francisco?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,614.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Adelaide to San Francisco?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Adelaide to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Adelaide according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Adelaide to San Francisco?

Melbourne (MEL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 28m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$833 Cheap Flights from Adelaide to San Francisco in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Adelaide and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $2,793 to $1,366. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,675.

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12:35 - 18:26

ADL

SFO

22h 21m

2 stops

23:10 - 11:35

SFO

ADL

19h 55m

1 stop

$1,675Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

08:40 - 13:40

ADL

SFO

21h 30m

2 stops

18:50 - 12:15

SFO

ADL

23h 55m

2 stops

$1,770Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 16 Mar

09:10 - 09:50

ADL

SFO

41h 10m

1 stop

11:45 - 16:20

SFO

ADL

36h 05m

1 stop

$1,788Singapore Airlines

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

06:00 - 10:55

ADL

SFO

21h 25m

2 stops

22:30 - 09:40

SFO

ADL

18h 40m

1 stop

$1,828Qantas Airways

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

17:10 - 17:45

ADL

SFO

17h 05m

1 stop

22:30 - 09:40

SFO

ADL

18h 40m

1 stop

$1,831Qantas Airways

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

13:20 - 00:09

ADL

SFO

27h 19m

2 stops

22:30 - 09:40

SFO

ADL

18h 40m

1 stop

$1,838Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

06:00 - 13:04

ADL

SFO

23h 34m

2 stops

13:35 - 11:05

SFO

ADL

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,840Qantas Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

13:20 - 00:09

ADL

SFO

27h 19m

2 stops

22:30 - 09:40

SFO

ADL

18h 40m

1 stop

$1,842Qantas Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

13:20 - 00:09

ADL

SFO

27h 19m

2 stops

20:24 - 11:05

SFO

ADL

22h 11m

2 stops

$1,844Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

06:05 - 08:05

ADL

SFO

18h 30m

1 stop

23:20 - 15:45

SFO

ADL

23h 55m

1 stop

$1,852Virgin Australia

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

Qantas Airways flights from Adelaide to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

2 June

ADL06:00Adelaide

21h 25m

2 stops

SFO10:55San Francisco

23 June

SFO22:30San Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

ADL09:40Adelaide

$1,828

Qantas Airways

2 June

ADL17:10Adelaide

17h 05m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

23 June

SFO22:30San Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

ADL09:40Adelaide

$1,831

Qantas Airways

10 June

ADL13:20Adelaide

27h 19m

2 stops

SFO00:09San Francisco

21 June

SFO22:30San Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

ADL09:40Adelaide

$1,838

United Airlines flights from Adelaide to San Francisco

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United Airlines

2 June

ADL06:05Adelaide

18h 30m

1 stop

SFO08:05San Francisco

23 June

SFO20:55San Francisco

44h 40m

2 stops

ADL10:05Adelaide

$1,876

United Airlines

2 June

ADL06:05Adelaide

18h 30m

1 stop

SFO08:05San Francisco

23 June

SFO23:00San Francisco

19h 25m

1 stop

ADL10:55Adelaide

$1,877

United Airlines

8 Sept

ADL06:05Adelaide

18h 35m

1 stop

SFO08:10San Francisco

18 Oct

SFO23:20San Francisco

20h 55m

1 stop

ADL13:45Adelaide

$1,888

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AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Sat 5/9

12:35-18:26

2 stops22h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-11:35

1 stop19h 55m

$1,675

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 9/9

08:40-13:40

2 stops21h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 16/3

18:50-12:15

2 stops23h 55m

$1,770

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Sat 5/9

09:10-09:50

1 stop41h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

11:45-16:20

1 stop36h 05m

$1,788

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Tue 2/6

06:00-10:55

2 stops21h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

22:30-09:40

1 stop18h 40m

$1,828

Fastest return journey

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Tue 2/6

17:10-17:45

1 stop17h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

22:30-09:40

1 stop18h 40m

$1,831

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 10/6

13:20-00:09

2 stops27h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 21/6

22:30-09:40

1 stop18h 40m

$1,838

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Thu 11/6

06:00-13:04

2 stops23h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

13:35-11:05

2 stops29h 00m

$1,840

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Thu 11/6

13:20-00:09

2 stops27h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

22:30-09:40

1 stop18h 40m

$1,842

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 10/6

13:20-00:09

2 stops27h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 21/6

20:24-11:05

2 stops22h 11m

$1,844

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 10/6

06:05-08:05

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 21/6

23:20-15:45

1 stop23h 55m

$1,852

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Adelaide and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to San Francisco from Adelaide during November instead. Flights to San Francisco in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,332.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Adelaide. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,363. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Adelaide to San Francisco for around $2,283.

What is the cheapest Adelaide to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Adelaide when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,588 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Adelaide for as low as $1,016 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Adelaide to San Francisco flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Adelaide to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Adelaide to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Adelaide to San Francisco flight.

How have Adelaide to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from Adelaide to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Adelaide to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$2,539
Fastest flight time	21h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best flight deal from Adelaide to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,539

The fastest flight from Adelaide to San Francisco takes 21h 25m

There are no direct flights from Adelaide to San Francisco. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Adelaide Airport - San Francisco Airport.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Adelaide to San Francisco

How far is Adelaide to San Francisco by plane?
There are 12987.3 km between Adelaide and San Francisco. Typically, this will take 21h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Adelaide Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Adelaide to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Adelaide and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 71.43% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 21.43% and Airbus A350-900 with 7.14%.
What is the most popular airline from Adelaide to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Adelaide to San Francisco is United Airlines, representing 32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qantas Airways at 21%, Virgin Australia at 18%, and Air New Zealand at 18%.

Best airlines flying from Adelaide to San Francisco

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $998	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,736 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,029	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 647 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,115	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,065 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,130	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,037 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,264	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,519 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,386	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 454 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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