NZ$968 Cheap Flights San Francisco to Sydney (SFO-SYD)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$1,706 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,706
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sun, 26 Oct from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at NZ$1,706 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$1,739 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,739
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 23 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at NZ$1,739 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$1,778 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,778
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 23 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at NZ$1,778 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$1,816 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,816
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 23 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at NZ$1,816 found 1 day ago
Cathay Pacific
Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$1,986 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,986
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sun, 26 Oct from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at NZ$1,986 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$2,046 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,046
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at NZ$2,046 found 5 days ago
United
Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$2,068 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$2,068
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 23 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at NZ$2,068 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$2,073 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,073
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at NZ$2,073 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$2,075 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,075
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at NZ$2,075 found 5 days ago
Delta
Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SYD
Sydney
NZ$2,075 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$2,075
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from San Francisco to Sydney, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at NZ$2,075 found 5 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Mascot Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and SYD is NZ$1,706. But you better move fast. This figure is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SFO to SYD?
This differs between airlines, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Sydney Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SFO to Mascot Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SYD?
Make the 20 hours and 46 minutes between SFO and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) as comfortable as you can. Bring the essentials, like a neck pillow, your toothbrush and warm clothes, and simply enjoy the flight!
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SYD?
San Francisco to Sydney is around 12 000 kilometres, so be prepared to spend a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your headphones to your hoodie. Take a couple of snacks to nibble on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Check out United Airlines (UA) if you want to travel directly from SFO to Mascot Airport. This top carrier offers 30 flights monthly, so you're sure to find one that fits your schedule.
Are San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sydney Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices change all the time, so not always. While last-minute deals between San Francisco Airport and Sydney Airport are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers release their prices up to 12 months prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to grab your seat when fare prices drop.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Fiji Airways, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, United
Return price
NZ$1,706
Distance
11878 km
Average flight time
32 hours 55 mins

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