Cheap flights from San Francisco to Australia from $677
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San FranciscoBrisbane
SFO San Francisco - BNE Brisbane
SFOBNE
San Francisco
Sat 30/1
21:50-10:15
1 stop18h 25m
Brisbane
Fri 12/2
11:50-12:40
1 stop18h 50m
San FranciscoBrisbane
SFO San Francisco - BNE Brisbane
SFOBNE
San Francisco
Fri 5/3
22:05-10:25
1 stop18h 20m
Brisbane
Mon 15/3
11:40-13:40
1 stop19h 00m
San FranciscoBrisbane
SFO San Francisco - BNE Brisbane
SFOBNE
San Francisco
Sun 21/2
22:05-10:25
1 stop18h 20m
Brisbane
Sun 28/2
11:25-12:40
1 stop19h 15m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 24/3
23:40-07:30
1 stop37h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 31/3
09:00-21:10
1 stop30h 10m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 24/2
22:40-07:30
1 stop37h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 3/3
09:20-19:45
1 stop29h 25m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Tue 2/3
22:40-07:30
1 stop37h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 24/3
09:20-20:45
1 stop29h 25m
San FranciscoSydney
SFO San Francisco - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
SFOSYD
San Francisco
Thu 3/12
12:00-09:00
1 stop26h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 10/12
07:05-15:39
2 stops27h 34m
San FranciscoAdelaide
SFO San Francisco - ADL Adelaide
SFOADL
San Francisco
Tue 26/1
23:05-16:20
1 stop22h 45m
Adelaide
Tue 16/2
06:10-06:30
1 stop18h 50m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sun 31/1
23:35-10:30
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Mon 15/2
12:45-08:10
Nonstop14h 25m
San FranciscoSydney
SFO San Francisco - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
SFOSYD
San Francisco
Wed 17/2
20:45-06:25
Nonstop14h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 3/3
21:25-15:55
Nonstop13h 30m
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Australia
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?
In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,580. If you don’t want to visit Australia in March, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,581.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from San Francisco is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,932. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Francisco to Australia on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,589. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Australia flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Australia?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,817 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from San Francisco for as low as $1,599 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Australia flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Australia 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 San Francisco to Australia flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Australia.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Australia?
Fiji Airways, Philippine Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Australia
Which airlines fly to Australia?
United Airlines, Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Australia delayed?
Historically, on average around 19% of flights between San Francisco and Australia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 158 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Australia flights?
Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Australia flights?
According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Australia on average per day?
11 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Australia as of October 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 23:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Australia on average per week?
83 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Australia as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Australia
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Australia?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Australia?
As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Australia.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Australia?
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 San Francisco Airport to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Australia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Australia is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (82.85% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (8.73%), Boeing 787 Dreamliner (5.51%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (0.83%).
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Australia
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $168 | Free cancellation | Rating 5.6 2,551 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $931 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.0 259 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,375 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,106 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,463 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 10,331 reviews |
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Australia with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Australia from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Australia?
Once you have performed a search for San Francisco to Australia flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Australia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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