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Today's featured flight deals from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sydney Airport (SYD)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Sydney (SFO-SYD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $443 for one-way flights and $833 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Fri, Dec 5 - Wed, Jan 21
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$833 Roundtrip, just found
$833
Roundtrip
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $833 just found
United
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$836 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$836
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $836 found 14 hours ago
All Nippon Airways
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 1
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$871 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$871
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 17 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $871 found 1 hour ago
Air Canada
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$918 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$918
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $918 found 1 hour ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$967 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$967
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 15, priced at $967 found 5 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 7
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$979 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$979
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $979 found 1 hour ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 14
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$1,049 Roundtrip, just found
$1,049
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $1,049 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Feb 15
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$1,059 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,059
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $1,059 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Tue, Apr 14
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$1,059 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,059
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 30 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $1,059 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 14
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
$1,061 Roundtrip, just found
$1,061
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $1,061 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $787 - $1,131 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Sydney

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. SYD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $1,065
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $1,065
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$833
Distance
7424 mi
Average flight time
33 hours 10 mins

San Francisco to Sydney Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Sydney

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Sydney are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sydney with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Sydney

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Sydney in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $443 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Sydney flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Sydney airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $443 or cheap return flight from $833 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
December is the least expensive month to fly from SFO to SYD. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
If you're departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can jump on a direct flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, Qantas and United Airlines are go-to choices for flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest fare for your SFO to SYD flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). Want additional options? Use Expedia's filter tool to find flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Flights between SFO and SYD are their busiest at 10 PM. If you'd like a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper prices, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to SYD?
Travel on a Sunday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s earliest flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) takes off at approximately 8:10PM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 15h 10m, you'll land at around 6:20AM UTC+11.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Flights from SFO to SYD have an average travel time of 15 hours and 16 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 7,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to SYD?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 82%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sydney from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sydney, Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to SYD are generally more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to SYD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to SYD flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
If you reserved your SFO to SYD flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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