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14:10 - 12:25SYD-SFO
17h 15m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 12:30SFO-SYD
19h 25m1 stop
$1,131Fiji Airways
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Sun, 11 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
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14:10 - 13:25SYD-SFO
17h 15m1 stop
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23:25 - 11:45SFO-SYD
19h 20m1 stop
$1,140Fiji Airways
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Wed, 25 Mar - Wed, 29 Apr
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11:45 - 11:05SYD-SFO
18h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 10:30SFO-SYD
19h 40m1 stop
$1,247Air New Zealand
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Sun, 16 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 12:05SYD-SFO
16h 10m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 08:45SFO-SYD
17h 55m1 stop
$1,248Air New Zealand
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO
14h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
23:05 - 10:00SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,320United Airlines
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Thu, 25 Dec - Tue, 17 Feb
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO
14h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
18:50 - 09:30SFO-MEL
19h 40m1 stop
$1,323United Airlines
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Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
18:55 - 15:55BNE-SFO
39h 00m1 stop
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11:15 - 06:00SFO-BNE
24h 45m1 stop
$1,450Qantas Airways
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Mon, 24 Nov - Tue, 6 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
18:25 - 15:55CBR-SFO
16h 30m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
18:00 - 18:45SFO-CBR
29h 45m2 stops
$1,650Qantas Airways
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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
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14:55 - 11:15ADL-SFO
14h 50mdirect
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23:05 - 09:30SFO-ADL
15h 55mdirect
$1,704Virgin Australia
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Mon, 29 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
21:30 - 08:25ADL-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
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23:05 - 17:10SFO-ADL
23h 35m1 stop
$1,713Virgin Australia
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Locate flights to San Francisco that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 18 October 2025.
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Return

Price

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/1

14:10-12:25

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

22:05-12:30

1 stop19h 25m

$1,131

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

14:10-13:25

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 29/4

23:25-11:45

1 stop19h 20m

$1,140

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/11

11:45-11:05

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

19:50-10:30

1 stop19h 40m

$1,247

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

13:55-12:05

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 2/11

19:50-08:45

1 stop17h 55m

$1,248

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 25/12

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 17/2

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,320

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

18:50-09:30

1 stop19h 40m

$1,323

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Mon 24/11

18:55-15:55

1 stop39h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

11:15-06:00

1 stop24h 45m

$1,450

CanberraSan Francisco

CBR - SFO

CBRSFO

Canberra

Tue 2/12

18:25-15:55

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 9/12

18:00-18:45

2 stops29h 45m

$1,650

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Mon 29/12

14:55-11:15

Nonstop14h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 15/1

23:05-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,704

AdelaideSan Francisco

ADL - SFO

ADLSFO

Adelaide

Mon 1/12

21:30-08:25

1 stop29h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

23:05-17:10

1 stop23h 35m

$1,713

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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 $1,464.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Francisco?

Users booking trips to San Francisco from Las Vegas found flights 72% 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 $1,944. 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 $2,206.

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 $1,575. 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 $2,334 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 $1,624 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 $1,357 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to San Francisco

Find the cheapest flights to San Francisco from your nearest city or airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEYAugust13% cheaperFlying from Sydney to San Francisco costs on average just $1,417 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEYDecember29% more expensiveIt costs about $2,110 for flights to San Francisco from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM SYDNEYDecember277% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to San Francisco from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap San Francisco flight deals and tips

Summary info about San Francisco flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$548

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,131

Fastest flight time

16h 35m

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The best one-way flight price to San Francisco from Australia in the last 72 hours is $548 (Brisbane to San Francisco).
The best round-trip flight price to San Francisco from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,131 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco).
The fastest flight to San Francisco from Australia takes 16h 35m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco).
December has the highest demand for flights to San Francisco, with a 15% price increase on average.

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 $1,624.

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 $235/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?

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.

Travelling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Walnut Creek
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Redwood City
Sausalito
Watsonville
Emeryville
San Mateo
Pacifica
Mountain View
Salinas
Burlingame
Pacific Grove
Pebble Beach
San Lorenzo

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to San Francisco?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Francisco.

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to San Francisco?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to San Francisco.

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