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$274+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Australia

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SYD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$738
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$993

Good round-trip deal

$908 or less

Good one-way deal

$707 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:50 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/244:20 pmSYD - SFO
2 stops22h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$738
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/279:45 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop20h 15mFiji Airways
Thu 3/62:00 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/20$801
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/164:35 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop22h 00mAir Canada
Sun 9/149:20 amSYD - SFO
2 stops44h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$825
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/32:18 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1712:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$867
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:13 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops25h 07mAir Canada
Thu 10/306:40 amMEL - SFO
2 stops22h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$883
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:35 amSFO - SYD
1 stop38h 50mChina Southern
Wed 4/309:45 pmSYD - SFO
2 stops39h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 2/20$891
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/211:00 pmSFO - BNE
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Sat 8/1611:50 pmBNE - SFO
1 stop30h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$914
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:05 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/2511:50 amSYD - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$918
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:25 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Tue 4/299:25 amSYD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$932
This 123 Milhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure 123 Milhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/112:30 pmSFO - BNE
1 stop25h 35mAir Canada
Tue 6/1010:00 amBNE - SFO
1 stop22h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$949
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:30 amSFO - PER
1 stop26h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/251:10 amPER - SFO
1 stop23h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19$960
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/67:40 pmSFO - CBR
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/307:10 pmCBR - SFO
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$963

Find flights from San Francisco to Australia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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San Francisco

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Australia

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/24

4:20 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops22h 53m

$738

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

9:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/6

2:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$801

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

4:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop22h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/14

9:20 am-12:38 pm

2 stops44h 18m

$825

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

2:18 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Melbourne

Sat 5/17

12:55 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$867

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

12:35 am-8:25 am

1 stop38h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/30

9:45 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$891

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

4:35 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 6/30

9:40 pm-10:33 am

2 stops29h 53m

$897

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

10:05 pm-8:45 am

1 stop17h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/25

11:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$918

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

10:45 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 6/10

11:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$930

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

6:25 pm-6:35 am

1 stop19h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/29

9:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$932

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Thu 5/22

12:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$938

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Australia. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to AU0 are scheduled on a Sunday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Australia, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and ANA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Australia have been viewed 20 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $479. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Australia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Australia?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Melbourne or San Francisco - Brisbane, San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from San Francisco to Australia.

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

    Before booking your flight to Australia from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (85%), American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,362 for a flight from San Francisco to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $642 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $766.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Australia 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 Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$644Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$703Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
LufthansaCheapest$724Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$780Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$782Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$841Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$904Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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