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Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 17:33SYD-SFO
25h 13m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:52 - 18:05SFO-SYD
28h 13m2 stops
$1,120Air Canada
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Do, 19 Feb - Mi, 4 Mrz
Delta Logo
10:40 - 15:05SYD-SFO
23h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
16:02 - 08:30SFO-SYD
21h 28m1 stop
$1,121Delta
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Di, 20 Jan - Di, 27 Jan
American Airlines Logo
14:05 - 19:13SYD-SFO
24h 08m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
20:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD
14h 55mdirect
$1,126American Airlines
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Di, 2 Dez - Di, 9 Dez
Qantas Airways Logo
21:25 - 15:55SYD-SFO
13h 30mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
20:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD
14h 55mdirect
$1,135Qantas Airways
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Di, 20 Jan - Di, 27 Jan
United Airlines Logo
14:00 - 08:45SYD-SFO
13h 45mdirect
United Airlines Logo
17:40 - 09:05SFO-SYD
20h 25m1 stop
$1,140United Airlines
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Di, 20 Jan - Di, 27 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
21:25 - 15:55SYD-SFO
13h 30mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
20:15 - 06:10SFO-SYD
14h 55mdirect
$1,175Qantas Airways
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Fr, 21 Nov - So, 23 Nov
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 06:55SYD-SFO
13h 45mdirect
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 07:00SFO-SYD
18h 15m1 stop
$1,188United Airlines
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So, 1 Mrz - So, 12 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
11:45 - 11:05SYD-SFO
18h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 10:30SFO-SYD
19h 40m1 stop
$1,198Air New Zealand
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Sa, 14 Feb - Fr, 27 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
11:45 - 11:05SYD-SFO
18h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 18:05SFO-SYD
27h 15m1 stop
$1,229Air New Zealand
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Fr, 21 Nov - So, 23 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
21:40 - 19:15SYD-SFO
16h 35m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:24 - 19:45SFO-SYD
41h 21m2 stops
$1,254Alaska Airlines
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Fr, 5 Dez - Mi, 10 Dez

Alaska Airlines flights from Sydney to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Sydney to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
5 Dec
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO19:15San Francisco
10 Dec
SFO07:24San Francisco
41h 21m
2 stops
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
Alaska Airlines
11 Nov
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 42m
1 stop
SFO19:22San Francisco
20 Nov
SFO19:57San Francisco
28h 48m
1 stop
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

Air Canada flights from Sydney to San Francisco

Our best Air Canada deals on Sydney to San Francisco flight tickets
Air Canada
19 Feb
SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 13m
2 stops
SFO17:33San Francisco
4 Mar
SFO18:52San Francisco
28h 13m
2 stops
SYD18:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air Canada
14 Feb
SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 14m
1 stop
SFO10:34San Francisco
27 Feb
SFO13:20San Francisco
25h 15m
1 stop
SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air Canada
8 Mar
SYD11:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 00m
1 stop
SFO11:20San Francisco
19 Apr
SFO18:00San Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to San Francisco 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 6 November 2025.
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SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Do 19/2

11:20-17:33

2 stops25h 13m

San Francisco

Mi 4/3

18:52-18:05

2 stops28h 13m

$1,120

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Di 20/1

10:40-15:05

1 stop23h 25m

San Francisco

Di 27/1

16:02-08:30

1 stop21h 28m

$1,121

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Di 2/12

14:05-19:13

1 stop24h 08m

San Francisco

Di 9/12

20:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,126

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Di 20/1

21:25-15:55

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

Di 27/1

20:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,135

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Di 20/1

14:00-08:45

Nonstop13h 45m

San Francisco

Di 27/1

17:40-09:05

1 stop20h 25m

$1,140

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 21/11

21:25-15:55

Nonstop13h 30m

San Francisco

So 23/11

20:15-06:10

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,175

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

So 1/3

12:10-06:55

Nonstop13h 45m

San Francisco

So 12/4

19:45-07:00

1 stop18h 15m

$1,188

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sa 14/2

11:45-11:05

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Fr 27/2

19:50-10:30

1 stop19h 40m

$1,198

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 21/11

11:45-11:05

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

So 23/11

19:50-18:05

1 stop27h 15m

$1,229

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fr 5/12

21:40-19:15

1 stop16h 35m

San Francisco

Mi 10/12

07:24-19:45

2 stops41h 21m

$1,254

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and San Francisco?

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 Sydney 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 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 Sydney. 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Sydney 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 Sydney for as low as $1,355 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to San Francisco flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to San Francisco

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

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Best price found

$1,174

Fastest flight time

13h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $1,174. The best return flight deal from Sydney to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,706.
The fastest flight from Sydney to San Francisco takes 13h 20m
Direct flights go from Sydney to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco by plane?

    The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and San Francisco is about 11941.4 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 13h 20m.

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

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Sydney to San Francisco

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Rating
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Price
DeltaPriceFrom $689Free cancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free cancellationRating
8.1
209 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,000Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,410 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $1,104Free cancellationRating
8.0
11,242 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,104Free cancellationRating
8.0
524 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,106Free cancellationRating
7.5
927 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $1,118Free cancellationRating
7.8
2,804 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,175Free cancellationRating
7.2
11,042 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,191Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,004 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $1,298Free cancellationRating
7.3
932 reviews
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  • Air New Zealand Flights From Sydney to San Francisco

    Air New Zealand flight deals from Sydney to San Francisco start from $1,104 round-trip. Over the 7 Air New Zealand flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,341 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to San Francisco

    $1,550 is the best Virgin Australia flight deal from Sydney to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Virgin Australia ticket price found was closer to $2,258, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Virgin Australia (7.6/10 from 424 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Sydney 7 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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

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

Flights from Sydney to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney 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 help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to San Francisco from Sydney.

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