Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 19 hours behind Sydney.
Every week, there are 12 Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, pick the 10:20 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:30 with Qantas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SYD to SFO flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
United is your gateway to exploring San Francisco (and perhaps some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
United has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 73.08% of its services landing on schedule, Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to SFO flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and SFO:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Brisbane Airport
Honolulu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
317 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 643 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book three months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to SFO.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SYD to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney Airport, 66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sydney to Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sydney Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.