A vibrant view of Sydney Harbour Bridge with Luna Park and sailboats highlighting the iconic skyline. — flights from San Francisco to Sydney
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Flights from San Francisco to Sydney

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD) take about 15h 26m (11,950 km). Qantas and United Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $945 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Sydney

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying San Francisco to Sydney

Carriers on SFO–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen

San Francisco to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $945 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $500. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$107428 Oct 2026 · Qantas$544 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$98622 Nov 2026 · Qantas$500 · 1 stop22 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$94530 Dec 2026 · Qantas$525 · 1 stop30 Dec 2026
Jun 2027$101212 Jun 2027 · United Airlines$652 · 2 stops12 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $500 for November 2026, $525 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (San Francisco to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

Based on weather and travel conditions in Australia

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — San Francisco to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 15h 26m, covering 11,950 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is San Francisco from Sydney by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 11,950 km (7,425 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Sydney?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–SYD route include Qantas and United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from San Francisco to Sydney cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–SYD was $945 USD with Qantas (nonstop), departing 30 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Sydney?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $500 one-way, against $652 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from San Francisco to Sydney?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $500 with one stop against $945 nonstop, a saving of $445. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Sydney?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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