Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

When flying to San Francisco from Australia, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: United Airlines, Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways or Virgin Australia. Depending on what airport in Australia you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

EVA Air Flights to San Francisco

21 EVA Air flights head to San Francisco on average each week. Most will be flying from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl to San Francisco, the most popular route that EVA Air operates to San Francisco. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest EVA Air flight to San Francisco found in the past 3 days on momondo was $1,171, departing from Brisbane. EVA Air is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 8.4/10 by 1,270 of our users.

Japan Airlines Flights to San Francisco

Japan Airlines flights to San Francisco can start from as low as $1,374 (return, from Melbourne, found in the last 72 hours). Over 19 flights that Japan Airlines operates to San Francisco in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Japan Airlines flight to San Francisco is from Los Angeles. Japan Airlines has been rated 8.3/10 by momondo users, in 1,604 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney Kingsford Smith or Melbourne, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 20m and 14h 15m, respectively.

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11:20 - 12:25BNE-SFO

19h 05m1 stop

22:05 - 10:20SFO-BNE

18h 15m1 stop

$896Fiji Airways

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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

10:45 - 17:29BNE-SFO

48h 44m2 stops

08:39 - 08:45SFO-BNE

54h 06m2 stops

$901Air Canada

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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

11:40 - 06:50BNE-SFO

13h 10mdirect

23:10 - 07:30SFO-BNE

14h 20mdirect

$1,041United Airlines

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 28 Jan

08:20 - 11:05BNE-SFO

20h 45m1 stop

19:50 - 09:55SFO-BNE

20h 05m1 stop

$1,092Air New Zealand

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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

11:10 - 11:05BNE-SFO

17h 55m1 stop

19:50 - 09:55SFO-BNE

20h 05m1 stop

$1,100Air New Zealand

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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO

14h 25mdirect

23:05 - 10:00SFO-MEL

15h 55mdirect

$1,109United Airlines

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21:25 - 15:55SYD-SFO

13h 30mdirect

20:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD

14h 55mdirect

$1,175Qantas Airways

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Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

21:25 - 17:45SYD-SFO

13h 20mdirect

22:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD

14h 55mdirect

$1,212Qantas Airways

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08:40 - 06:50MEL-SFO

17h 10m1 stop

23:10 - 20:15SFO-MEL

26h 05m1 stop

$1,332Virgin Australia

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13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO

14h 25mdirect

23:05 - 10:00SFO-MEL

15h 55mdirect

$1,340Virgin Australia

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BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Wed 3/12

11:20-12:25

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 10/12

22:05-10:20

1 stop18h 15m

$896

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Wed 3/12

10:45-17:29

2 stops48h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 10/12

08:39-08:45

2 stops54h 06m

$901

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Wed 19/11

11:40-06:50

Nonstop13h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

23:10-07:30

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,041

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

08:20-11:05

1 stop20h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 28/11

19:50-09:55

1 stop20h 05m

$1,092

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Thu 20/11

11:10-11:05

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 27/11

19:50-09:55

1 stop20h 05m

$1,100

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,109

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

21:25-15:55

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 23/11

20:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,175

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

21:25-17:45

Nonstop13h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

22:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,212

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

08:40-06:50

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

23:10-20:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,332

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 29/12

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,340

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to San Francisco from Australia during September instead. Flights to San Francisco in September, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $1,465.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Francisco?

Users booking trips to San Francisco from Los Angeles found flights 57% cheaper than the average price of flights to San Francisco. To find the cheapest price to San Francisco from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,929. 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 Australia to San Francisco for around $2,194.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Australia to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $1,546. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $2,346 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Australia in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,621 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 Australia for as low as $1,355 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEY	August	13% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to San Francisco costs on average just $1,419 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEY	December	28% more expensive	It costs about $2,092 for flights to San Francisco from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEY	December	298% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to San Francisco from Sydney in December than any other month

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Summary info about San Francisco flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$451
Best Round-Trip Price	$896
Fastest flight time	17h 10m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to San Francisco from Australia in the last 72 hours is $451 (Brisbane to San Francisco).

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The best round-trip flight price to San Francisco from Australia in the last 72 hours is $896 (Brisbane to San Francisco).

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The fastest flight to San Francisco from Australia takes 17h 10m (Melbourne to San Francisco).

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December has the highest demand for flights to San Francisco, with a 14% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to San Francisco

When is it best to fly to San Francisco to go sightseeing?

Sights like Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, and Palace of Fine Arts are most enjoyable in months with moderate weather conditions like January, February, or December. Plan your flight to San Francisco for those months.

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

The best time to book a flight to San Francisco from Australia is 0 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $1,621.

Is there an alternative airport near San Francisco?

Oakland Airport, Concord Buchanan Fld Airport, Napa County Airport, San Jose Airport or Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to San Francisco.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San Francisco?

The cheapest airport near San Francisco is typically Oakland Airport, with an average price of $258/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights to San Francisco Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to San Francisco Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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