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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney from £471

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SYD
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£769

One-way from

£471

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£873
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 7/8-29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 4/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 05m total
  • San Francisco to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Thu 7/822:55SFO - SYD
1 stop20h 20mFiji Airways
Thu 28/813:15SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/4£769
Fri 15/809:40SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 28/821:40SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£785
Mon 11/807:30SFO - SYD
2 stops19h 15mAlaska Airlines
Fri 29/821:40SYD - SFO
1 stop25h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/4£789
Fri 1/822:05SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 31/811:50SYD - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/4£811
Mon 1/923:00SFO - SYD
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/910:20SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£890
Sun 22/613:18SFO - SYD
2 stops24h 17mDelta
Mon 7/709:25SYD - SFO
2 stops29h 28mDelta
Deal found 29/4£903
Thu 31/701:45SFO - SYD
1 stop24h 30mANA
Sun 31/811:50SYD - SFO
2 stops28h 10mANA
Deal found 29/4£963
Tue 29/423:10SFO - SYD
1 stop40h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/507:40SYD - SFO
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4£966
Wed 7/518:40SFO - SYD
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/513:15SYD - SFO
2 stops21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,049
Sat 30/823:30SFO - SYD
1 stop39h 00mAsiana Airlines
Fri 5/909:30SYD - SFO
1 stop23h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,083

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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, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 7/8

22:55-12:15

1 stop20h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/8

06:00-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

£769

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 15/8

09:40-19:45

1 stop17h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/8

21:40-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

£785

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 11/8

07:30-19:45

2 stops19h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

21:40-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

£789

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 1/8

22:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/8

11:50-12:50

1 stop18h 00m

£811

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 1/9

23:00-06:55

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

10:20-06:55

Nonstop13h 35m

£890

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 22/6

13:18-06:35

2 stops24h 17m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/7

09:25-21:53

2 stops29h 28m

£903

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 1/8

11:00-10:35

2 stops30h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/8

09:55-20:10

2 stops27h 15m

£938

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

01:45-19:15

1 stop24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/8

11:50-23:00

2 stops28h 10m

£963

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sat 30/8

23:30-07:30

1 stop39h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/9

09:30-15:30

1 stop23h 00m

£1,083

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

18:45-19:00

2 stops55h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

20:55-16:40

2 stops36h 45m

£1,210

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Sydney

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Sydney is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney (average of £985). Flying from San Francisco to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,718). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Sydney in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SYD are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sydney. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Sydney, such as China Airlines, ANA and Asiana Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
442 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,936 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Sydney round-trip?

    Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at £769. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £785 and £789, respectively. Fiji Airways is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £471 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from £498 and Delta from £506 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Sydney?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Sydney consider choosing Virgin Australia (88%), United Airlines (88%) or SWISS (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney (average of £985). Flying from San Francisco to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,718). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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