Cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney from $720

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19:50 - 10:30SFO-SYD
19h 40m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 11:05SYD-SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$1,405Air New Zealand
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
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19:50 - 12:40SFO-SYD
21h 50m1 stop
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13:55 - 11:05SYD-SFO
16h 10m1 stop
$1,409Air New Zealand
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Mon, 1 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 08:45SFO-SYD
17h 55m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 11:05SYD-SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$1,414Air New Zealand
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 09:00SFO-SYD
21h 30m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:05SYD-SFO
22h 00m2 stops
$1,419Qantas Airways
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Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 08:45SFO-SYD
17h 55m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 11:05SYD-SFO
16h 10m1 stop
$1,420Air New Zealand
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 12:35SFO-SYD
19h 30m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:25SYD-SFO
25h 25m1 stop
$1,432Fiji Airways
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Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 22:05SFO-SYD
29h 00m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:25SYD-SFO
25h 25m1 stop
$1,434Fiji Airways
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Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
20:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD
14h 55mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:15SYD-SFO
22h 10m2 stops
$1,435Qantas Airways
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Fri, 6 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 10:30SFO-SYD
19h 40m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 11:05SYD-SFO
34h 50m1 stop
$1,439Air New Zealand
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Sun, 30 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 12:35SFO-SYD
19h 30m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
14:00 - 12:25SYD-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
$1,463Fiji Airways
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Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Sydney

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Francisco to Sydney flight tickets
Air New Zealand
30 Nov
SFO19:50San Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
SYD10:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Dec
SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco
Air New Zealand
30 Nov
SFO19:50San Francisco
17h 55m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Dec
SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco
Air New Zealand
3 Dec
SFO19:50San Francisco
17h 55m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
10 Dec
SYD13:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 10m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco

Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Sydney

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Sydney flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
6 Jan
SFO07:20San Francisco
17h 25m
1 stop
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
20 Jan
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m
1 stop
SFO19:45San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
16 Nov
SFO19:57San Francisco
28h 48m
1 stop
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
22 Nov
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 32m
1 stop
SFO19:12San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
18 Nov
SFO07:52San Francisco
40h 53m
2 stops
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
31 Jan
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m
1 stop
SFO19:45San Francisco

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2025.
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San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 30/11

19:50-10:30

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

09:55-11:05

1 stop20h 10m

$1,405

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

19:50-12:40

1 stop21h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

13:55-11:05

1 stop16h 10m

$1,409

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 30/11

19:50-08:45

1 stop17h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

09:55-11:05

1 stop20h 10m

$1,414

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

16:30-09:00

1 stop21h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

07:05-10:05

2 stops22h 00m

$1,419

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

19:50-08:45

1 stop17h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

13:55-11:05

1 stop16h 10m

$1,420

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

22:05-12:35

1 stop19h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

06:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

$1,432

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

22:05-22:05

1 stop29h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

06:00-12:25

1 stop25h 25m

$1,434

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

20:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/2

07:05-10:15

2 stops22h 10m

$1,435

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 30/11

19:50-10:30

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/12

19:15-11:05

1 stop34h 50m

$1,439

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 6/2

22:05-12:35

1 stop19h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

14:00-12:25

1 stop17h 25m

$1,463

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from San Francisco, with most prices found around $1,478. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,625.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,891. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $4,508.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to Sydney in the afternoon for as low as $1,679. 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 evening when prices are $2,247 on average. Flights to Sydney from San Francisco in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,819 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from San Francisco for as low as $1,578 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Sydney.

How have San Francisco to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Sydney flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Sydney (SFO to SYD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Sydney

Best price found

$988

Fastest flight time

14h 55m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Sydney

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sydney from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $988. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,499.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Sydney takes 14h 55m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Sydney on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Qantas Airways..
There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
  • How far is San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith will travel around 11941.4 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 San Francisco Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 San Francisco to Sydney?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Sydney?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Sydney

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Airline
Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $874Free cancellationRating
7.8
2,806 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $1,146Free cancellationRating
8.1
209 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,296Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,441 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,470Free cancellationRating
7.5
933 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,526Free cancellationRating
8.0
526 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,628Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,014 reviews
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  • Air New Zealand Flights From San Francisco to Sydney

    Air New Zealand is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Sydney, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good Air New Zealand flight deal for San Francisco to Sydney starts from $1,526 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,686. Our users have rated Air New Zealand at 8.0/10.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From San Francisco to Sydney

    Another popular option for San Francisco to Sydney flights is Qantas Airways (7.5/10, 933 ratings). Qantas Airways flies from San Francisco to Sydney around 3 times per week, with deals starting from $1,470 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $2,063.

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