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

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 91% 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 Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 26h 40m.

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

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 7h 28m.

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

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,606.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand 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 41% 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.

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 September 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.

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06:10 - 10:32ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

22h 52m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

16:55 - 18:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

30h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,285Air Canada

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:10 - 10:20ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

21h 40m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

19:30 - 12:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

23h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,295Air Canada

Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

18:30 - 11:07ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

35h 07m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

07:00 - 13:30SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

36h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,334British Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

19:40 - 15:55ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

38h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:00 - 13:30SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

31h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,346Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:00 - 12:35ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

21:30 - 09:40SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

18h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,374Qantas Airways

Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

06:00 - 11:02ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

22h 32m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

19:57 - 15:45SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

26h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,376Qantas Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

14:30 - 20:10ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

48h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

22:40 - 09:30SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

16h 20mdirect

$1,591United Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan

14:30 - 20:10ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

48h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

23:05 - 16:20SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

22h 45m1 stop Brisbane

$1,625United Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan

07:40 - 08:10ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Melbourne

23:05 - 12:00SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$1,672Virgin Australia

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

07:15 - 08:10ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

18h 25m1 stop Melbourne

23:05 - 12:00SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$1,772Virgin Australia

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

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12:35 - 13:40ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Nadi

23:10 - 11:35SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 55m1 stop Nadi

$1,020Fiji Airways

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

12:35 - 13:40ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Nadi

23:10 - 11:35SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 55m1 stop Nadi

$1,289Fiji Airways

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

06:00 - 11:19ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

21h 49m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

16:12 - 09:25SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

24h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,353Qantas Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

19:10 - 17:45ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

39h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

11:50 - 09:25SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

29h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,381Qantas Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

06:00 - 06:50ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

23:25 - 20:30SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

28h 35m1 stop Brisbane

$1,480Virgin Australia

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

06:05 - 12:28ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

22h 53m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

23:25 - 11:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 15m1 stop Brisbane

$1,487Virgin Australia

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

06:00 - 06:50ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

23:25 - 11:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 15m1 stop Brisbane

$1,662United Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

06:00 - 06:50ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

23:25 - 11:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

19h 15m1 stop Brisbane

$1,662United Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

20:00 - 12:11ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

32h 41m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

16:30 - 13:55SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

28h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,965Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

20:00 - 10:20ADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

30h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

10:47 - 11:10SFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

31h 53m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,968Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

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Qantas Airways flights from Adelaide to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

16 Sept

ADL06:00Adelaide

21h 49m

2 stops

SFO11:19San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO16:12San Francisco

24h 43m

2 stops

ADL09:25Adelaide

$1,353

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7 Oct

ADL06:00Adelaide

24h 05m

2 stops

SFO12:35San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO21:30San Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

ADL09:40Adelaide

$1,374

Qantas Airways

6 Oct

ADL06:00Adelaide

22h 32m

2 stops

SFO11:02San Francisco

26 Oct

SFO19:57San Francisco

26h 18m

2 stops

ADL15:45Adelaide

$1,376

Fiji Airways flights from Adelaide to San Francisco

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Fiji Airways

12 Sept

ADL12:35Adelaide

17h 35m

1 stop

SFO13:40San Francisco

19 Sept

SFO23:10San Francisco

19h 55m

1 stop

ADL11:35Adelaide

$1,020

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12 Sept

ADL12:35Adelaide

17h 35m

1 stop

SFO13:40San Francisco

19 Sept

SFO23:10San Francisco

19h 55m

1 stop

ADL11:35Adelaide

$1,289

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06:10-10:32

2 stops22h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 17/11

16:55-18:10

2 stops30h 45m

$1,285

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$1,295

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

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18:30-11:07

2 stops35h 07m

San Francisco

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07:00-13:30

2 stops36h 00m

$1,334

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1 stop38h 45m

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2 stops24h 05m

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1 stop18h 40m

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

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Tue 6/10

06:00-11:02

2 stops22h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

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2 stops26h 18m

$1,376

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 20/1

14:30-20:10

2 stops48h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 21/1

22:40-09:30

Nonstop16h 20m

$1,591

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Wed 20/1

14:30-20:10

2 stops48h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 21/1

23:05-16:20

1 stop22h 45m

$1,625

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

ADLSFO

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Tue 6/10

07:40-08:10

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

23:05-12:00

1 stop19h 25m

$1,672

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ADL Adelaide - SFO San Francisco

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Mon 19/10

07:15-08:10

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

23:05-12:00

1 stop19h 25m

$1,772

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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 $1,417 to $2,002.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,285.

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 January instead. Flights to San Francisco in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,404.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Adelaide. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,561. 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 Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Adelaide to San Francisco for around $1,748.

What is the cheapest Adelaide to San Francisco flight route?

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

There are 3 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 19% 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	$679
Fastest flight time	14h 55m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu and Sun
Airports in San Francisco	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Adelaide in the past 72 hours is $679. The best return flight deal from Adelaide to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,285.

The fastest flight from Adelaide to San Francisco takes 14h 55m

Direct flights go from Adelaide to San Francisco on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Adelaide there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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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 14h 55m 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 September 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 84.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 12.00% and Airbus A350-900 with 4.00%.
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 35% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air New Zealand at 18%, Virgin Australia at 18%, and Qantas Airways at 16%.

Best airlines flying from Adelaide to San Francisco

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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,017	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,153	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,093 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,157	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,614 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,204	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,208 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,381	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 474 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,417	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,600 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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