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$486+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Australia

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SFO — SYD
Jun 10 — Jun 171
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Australia
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 May 11, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 11/219:50 pm
SFO
-
OOL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sat 11/2812:20 pm
OOL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/6$790
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 10/2811:05 pm
SFO
-
BNE
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Wed 11/1111:25 am
BNE
-
SFO
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$955
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Fri 8/711:25 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/236:00 am
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/8$957
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 8/511:10 pm
SFO
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MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/211:30 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/9$959
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 11/119:50 pm
SFO
-
BNE
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 11/2111:50 am
BNE
-
SFO
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/10$964
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/211:25 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Wed 8/266:00 am
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/9$973
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1410:35 pm
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 10/212:25 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/7$976
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/411:25 pm
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 9/111:30 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/11$982
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:25 pm
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 10/21:30 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/11$987
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:25 pm
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 10/42:30 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/11$990
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 11/189:50 pm
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/21:45 pm
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/10$993
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1611:25 pm
SFO
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SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/236:00 am
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/10$994

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated May 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$955
(oojo)

One-way from

$486
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,132

Good round-trip deal

$1,174 or less

Good one-way deal

$866 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Sydney Kingsford Smith flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Australia
One-way flight from San Francisco to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Australia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Australia.

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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 May 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 6/28

7:59 pm-6:50 am

1 stop17h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

9:15 am-3:44 pm

1 stop23h 29m

$1,010

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

5:50 am-6:50 am

2 stops32h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/9

9:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop26h 44m

$1,066

San FranciscoAdelaide

SFO - ADL

SFOADL

San Francisco

Thu 10/15

7:35 am-10:35 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Adelaide

Thu 10/29

7:45 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$1,206

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Fri 7/31

8:30 am-3:15 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Brisbane

Tue 9/1

4:00 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$1,226

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

8:20 am-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 10/3

4:40 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops23h 12m

$1,259

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Fri 6/19

7:42 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop30h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/5

8:45 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop16h 43m

$1,262

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Tue 6/30

4:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Brisbane

Mon 7/6

10:00 am-3:22 pm

1 stop22h 22m

$1,284

San FranciscoAdelaide

SFO - ADL

SFOADL

San Francisco

Sat 7/4

8:30 am-10:35 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Adelaide

Sat 7/18

12:40 pm-7:31 am

2 stops35h 21m

$1,290

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

8:25 am-11:35 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 5/23

8:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$1,344

San FranciscoAdelaide

SFO - ADL

SFOADL

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

9:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop20h 20m

Adelaide

Mon 11/30

11:55 am-11:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$1,365

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Australia

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Australia, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $76). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,743). 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 May 11, 2026.

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 May 11, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Australia delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Australia flights?

Over the last year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 May 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from San Francisco to Australia. 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 11.0 mi from the center of San Francisco.

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Australia?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Air Canada can get you from San Francisco to Australia in just under 17h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 17m. There are 7420 mi between San Francisco and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $347. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, 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?

  • 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: American Airlines (88%), Alaska Airlines (88%), Qantas Airways( 88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,675 for a flight from San Francisco to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $776 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $931.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Australia (average of $76). Flying from San Francisco to Australia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,743). 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 May 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$117Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$145Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$500Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$611Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$670Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$728Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$927Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$943Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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