$547 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $547 for one-way flights and $927 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 12
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$927 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$927
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $927 found 2 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$980 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$980
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $980 found 6 days ago
Vietnam Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sat, Mar 14
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,011 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,011
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $1,011 found 5 days ago
Japan Airlines
Tue, Jun 17 - Sat, Jul 5
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,030 Roundtrip, just found
$1,030
Roundtrip
just found
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 17 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $1,030 just found
Asiana Airlines
Sun, May 4 - Sat, May 17
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,075 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,075
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 4 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $1,075 found 6 days ago
All Nippon Airways
Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 29
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,103 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,103
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 29, priced at $1,103 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Dec 13
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,136 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,136
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $1,136 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 11
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,137 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,137
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $1,137 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 20
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,149 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,149
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $1,149 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 7
SYD
Sydney
SFO
San Francisco
$1,150 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,150
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Sydney to San Francisco, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $1,150 found 8 hours ago
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$926
Distance
7424 mi

Sydney to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sydney to San Francisco

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 Sydney to San Francisco are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sydney to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sydney to San Francisco: 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 Sydney to San Francisco

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 Sydney to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $547 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 Sydney to San Francisco 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 Sydney to San Francisco 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 Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can score cheap return fares from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) starting at $1151. Grab your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SYD on May 6 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SYD to SFO?
The cheapest flights from SYD to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When heading out of Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD), you can get on a nonstop flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SYD to SFO?
Travel from SYD to SFO with United. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting at $724. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SYD on July 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs each day from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Looking for more options? Use Expedia’s filter tool to discover flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More travelers fly between SYD and SFO at 12 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SYD to SFO?
Tuesday offers the most flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)’s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) leaves at approximately 12:10PM UTC+11. With a travel time of 13h 45m, you’ll touch down at around 6:55AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from SYD to SFO have an average travel time of 13 hours and 43 minutes. The total distance between the two is 7,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SYD to SFO?
United Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time rating of 81%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you jet off and get real-time updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To arrive at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on schedule, select a flight that leaves Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 San Francisco from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). Consider the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SYD to SFO are typically more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SYD to SFO flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by securing a SYD to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your SYD to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you’d like more information.

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