How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New South Wales, such as Sydney or Ballina, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 30m and 28h 45m, respectively.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from New South Wales 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 15 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New South Wales to San Francisco on average per day?

11 flights are operational daily from New South Wales to San Francisco as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 88% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to San Francisco?

Fiji Airways is the most popular carrier operating from New South Wales to San Francisco

How many flights depart from New South Wales to San Francisco on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 79 flights per week flying from New South Wales to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14 Feb

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23 Jan

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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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 November, then book flights to San Francisco from New South Wales during August instead. Flights to San Francisco in August, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $1,342.

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 New South Wales. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,786. 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 New South Wales to San Francisco for around $2,053.

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 New South Wales to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $1,489. 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 $2,191 on average. Flights to San Francisco from New South Wales in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New South Wales to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,519 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 New South Wales for as low as $1,311 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New South Wales to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	$1,116
Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from New South Wales in the past 72 hours is $1,116. The best return flight deal from New South Wales to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,552.

The fastest flight from New South Wales to San Francisco takes 13h 30m

Direct flights go from New South Wales to San Francisco every day.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New South Wales to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New South Wales to San Francisco is Boeing 777 (59.28% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (34.15%), Airbus A330-200 (1.44%), and Boeing 777-300ER (1.13%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $666	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,016 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $900	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 212 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $962	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,562 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,045	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 957 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $1,048	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,820 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $1,067	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,554 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,084	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 562 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
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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 November, then book flights to San Francisco from New South Wales during August instead. Flights to San Francisco in August, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $1,342.

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What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New South Wales to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to San Francisco?

Fiji Airways is the most popular carrier operating from New South Wales to San Francisco

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How many flights depart from New South Wales to San Francisco on average per day?

11 flights are operational daily from New South Wales to San Francisco as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 88% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New South Wales to San Francisco on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 79 flights per week flying from New South Wales to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New South Wales, such as Sydney or Ballina, and flying into San Francisco, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 30m and 28h 45m, respectively.

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