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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Sydney from $369

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sydney (SFO-SYD)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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11:35 pm - 11:45 amSFO-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
6:15 am - 1:25 pmSYD-SFO
24h 10m1 stop
$731Fiji Airways
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Sat, May 25 - Thu, May 30
11:35 pm - 11:45 amSFO-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
1:15 pm - 1:25 pmSYD-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
$732Fiji Airways
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Tue, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 13
11:35 pm - 10:10 pmSFO-SYD
29h 35m1 stop
6:15 am - 1:25 pmSYD-SFO
24h 10m1 stop
$753Fiji Airways
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Sat, May 11 - Tue, Jun 18
8:55 am - 2:40 pmSFO-SYD
36h 45m2 stops
4:20 pm - 10:05 pmSYD-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
Sun, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 16
7:55 am - 9:40 pmSFO-SYD
44h 45m2 stops
4:20 pm - 10:05 pmSYD-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
Tue, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 16
10:00 pm - 8:45 amSFO-SYD
17h 45m1 stop
11:50 am - 12:50 pmSYD-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$930Air New Zealand
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Tue, Aug 20 - Sun, Sep 1
10:00 pm - 8:45 amSFO-SYD
17h 45m1 stop
11:50 am - 12:50 pmSYD-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$931Air New Zealand
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Sun, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 27
7:55 am - 7:45 pmSFO-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
9:40 pm - 9:25 pmSYD-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$932Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 8
7:55 am - 7:45 pmSFO-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
9:40 pm - 10:05 pmSYD-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
$941Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 25
11:05 pm - 7:00 amSFO-SYD
14h 55mnonstop
11:20 am - 6:55 amSYD-SFO
13h 35mnonstop
$1,107United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 18 - Wed, Oct 16

Flights from San Francisco to Sydney - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sydney?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sydney on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Sydney. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Sydney?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Sydney is October, where tickets cost $1,197 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $2,161 and $1,594 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Sydney, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 73 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from San Francisco to Sydney found on KAYAK was with Air New Zealand for $482. Fiji Airways proposed a round-trip connection from $731 and Air New Zealand from $930.

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Francisco and Sydney?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to Sydney.
There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to Sydney. They are Qantas Airways and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is United Airlines, with the best one-way deal found costing $801. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at United Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Sydney per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Sydney, with an average flight time of 15h 04m. The most common departure time is 10:00 pm and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 20 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Sydney?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Sydney take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to Sydney from San Francisco is typically 14h 50m. The journey crosses a distance of 7,420 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Sydney?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 10:15 pm and will be landing in Sydney at 6:05 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Sydney?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Sydney jets off at 11:00 pm and lands at 7:00 am.

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Low season

April

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$369
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 55% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Sydney

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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Sydney

  • When I arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, which nearby cities can I visit?

    Flights from San Francisco to Sydney allow travelers to explore other cities in the Sydney area. Some cities you can put on your bucket list after landing at SYD are Leonay, Scheyville, Kingswood, and Calga. You can conveniently use car rentals or buses to transit to these towns from the airport.

  • Will I find special services on flights between San Francisco and Sydney?

    Carriers serving flights from San Francisco to Sydney provide special services to their clients upon request. Therefore, passengers with reduced mobility or traveling with someone with mobility limitations have nothing to worry about when transiting from San Francisco to Sydney. All airlines at SFO provide cab-to-aircraft wheelchair services.

  • Can I fly from San Francisco to Sydney with a pet?

    Yes. All airports and carriers serving flights to Sydney from San Francisco have pet-friendly policies for those who intend to keep the company of their furry friends. Before boarding your plane at SFO, you will find five pet-relief areas outside in presecurity areas, while one is inside Terminal 2. At SYD, you will find pet-relief areas in Terminal 2 West, near Gate 46 and Gate 47.

  • Which airline runs a hub at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport?

    As the main international gateway to Sydney, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is the preferred arrival port for the largest international flights from San Francisco. It is the operating hub for Qantas, thus offering travelers an opportunity to enjoy world-class amenities at its lounges and clubs.

  • Which are the popular layovers when flying between San Francisco and Sydney?

    When booking flights from San Francisco to Sydney, several airlines operate one- or two-stop flights between the cities. Among them are Delta Air Lines, which stops at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and Fiji Airways, which flies through Nadi International Airport (NAN).

  • Can I travel to downtown Sydney with a car rental from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport?

    Yes. With multiple car rental agencies operating their counters at SYD, you won’t have challenges enjoying a self-drive from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to the city center of Sydney. Among the famous brands operating here are Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise, and you can find their desks in Terminal 1 International Arrival Hall. At the same time, Alamo serves its clients through Terminal 2.

  • How long will it take me to get from my hotel in San Francisco to SFO?

    Public transportation will take around 30min from the city center. Keep in mind that commute times can change drastically during rush hours.

  • Where is the SFO BART station?

    The BART station is in the International Terminal. It is a close walk from terminals 1 and 3.

  • Can I use Global Entry to cut waiting times at SFO customs and immigration?

    Australia is in negotiations for participation in the U.S. Global Entry program. When traveling from SYD to SFO, or any U.S. destination, check to see if Global Entry is an available option.

  • How do I catch the Airport Link train from SYD to the Sydney Central Business District?

    You can purchase an Opal Card at the Sydney Airport stations, at Newslink, or WH Smith bookshops in either terminal. An Opal Card is good for all public transportation in Sydney, including trains, ferries, buses, and light rail.

  • What food options can I find at SFO?

    Whether you are looking for breakfast options, a sit-down dinner, or just a quick snack, SFO has an option for you. San Francisco is known for its food and the airport includes many local and chain options.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Sydney was $369 for a one-way ticket and $731 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Sydney?

    A passport is required to fly from San Francisco to Sydney.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Sydney?

    San Francisco and Sydney are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Sydney?

    American Airlines, and Qantas Airways offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Sydney flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Sydney?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Sydney flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Sydney, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Sydney?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Sydney on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Sydney, Air New Zealand or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Sydney are Air New Zealand and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,412 and an overall rating of 8.2, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,195 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and SYD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Sydney

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $903 or less one-way and $945 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers looking to drop off their cars at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) before flying to Sydney will have long-term parking at their disposal. A courtesy shuttle runs every 5-15 minutes between the garage and the international terminal. Consider reserving your space in advance to avoid last-minute hassles.
  • Suppose you have an early morning flight from San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD); plan to spend a night at one of the many hotels close to SFO. Villa Montes Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection is a recommended option. The property offers complimentary transportation to and from the airport, which is essential if you have many bags.
  • If traveling with your family to SYD, reserve your flight via SFO, as it has convenient amenities. The property features nursing and lactation rooms where new moms can escape to attend to their babies. These rooms are in Terminal 3, near Gate E5, and are equipped with comfortable seats, sinks, and power outlets.
  • Getting to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is easy and convenient from anywhere in the Bay Area. There are plenty of public transportation options to choose from, including the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) rapid rail to travel from San Mateo County, the East Bay, or the city of San Francisco. Caltrain commuter rail and bus routes are also available to SFO from San Mateo County, San Francisco, and Palo Alto. Taxis and rideshares are easily accessible from the airport terminals.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is located about 8km from the Sydney city center and is about a 25min ride away. Public transportation is available through the Airport Link train and is about a 30min ride from SYD. Other options include rideshare cars and taxis, which will cost about AU$55 ($42.50) each way.
  • When traveling on any international flight, keep in mind that wait times at security, customs, and transit lines will be longer because of the larger number of travelers. U.S. travelers to SYD have the option to use the SmartGate to self-process through passport control and potentially save some time going through the immigration and customs line.
  • Business travelers will find that both SFO and SYD have much to offer to make your trip hassle-free. Several airline lounges, free Wi-Fi throughout the airports, business centers, and shower facilities are all easily accessible at both airports. In addition, there are multiple hotels in and around each airport to make your early morning or late-night connections easy.
  • Traveling with kids? SFO has a Kids'Spot, an interactive children's exploration and play area where kids can get their wiggles out before the long flight to Sydney. SFO also features extensive museum exhibits and self-guided tours. Sydney Airport has an interactive play area, but the highlight is the Kid's Cinema, where they can watch children's tv shows in a comfortable setting.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Sydney?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Kingsford Smith, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +2 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +2 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, +2 more

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Nonstop returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +3 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +3 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +3 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +5 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Avianca, Lufthansa, +2 more

Air New Zealand, Avianca, +3 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Sydney

 
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8.2
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 662 reviews
8.4boarding
8.8crew
7.6food
7.9entertainment
8.1comfort
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All was good, the only thing was it didn't run on time.

8.0 ExcellentDaniel, Apr 2024ZQN - SYD
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All was good, the only thing was it didn't run on time.

Food was not good. We asked for Muslim food and it was weird tasteless type of boiled veges.

Crew were pleasant, happy to be there and were a joy to be around. Entire operation was professional, well thought out and ran like a Swiss clock.

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

The recline on the seat in front of me came back so that I was staring at the top of the man’s head in front of me the whole trip. He refused to bring his seat back up twice every time he was instructed to do so and only relented when he had a tray of good in front of him. And then right back in my lap!!! Horrible man!! I complained to the staff multiple times, but no one would address the issue. Otherwise, it would have been a perfect flight.

There was a snafu with confirming seats at check which left us in limbo for the second leg of our trip. I believe the ANZ app is not well integrated with the systems at the terminal resulting in this disconcerting error.

The pilot tried to make up for lost time due to delays that were out of her control. She communicated the issues openly and clearly and made every effort to do what she could to alleviate issues.

Flight attendants are always pleasant and helpful. Pilot kept us updated.

Just a hiccup being added to the NZ Traveller Declaration a bit late.

The only thing that was less than excellent was the food server at dinner. (I had the chicken.) It wasn't that it was poorly heated or in difficult-to-open containers; it was just that it had a very peculiar taste. And I use that to describe not just the main course but the dessert as well. Very odd flavours for what seemed to be a mainstream item. I did like that the airline offered us a free glass of wine. The breakfast omelette wasn't bad, although it was quite bland.

Comfortable as one can get in Economy, food was very good, staff were super friendly & efficient.

Really liked the plane and business class seat. Food was ok but could be better. Service was very good.

Better connections, much better cabin crew, much cleaner cabin that Qantas, American and probably other carriers.

Better connections, much better cabin crews, much cleaner aircraft than Qantas, American and probably others.

Fiji left without me because American Airlines was too stupid to get to LAX on time. Fiji should have offered a standby on another flight but they told me tough luck. I will never fly with this company again.

The A350 aircraft business class experience was very good. Comfortable and well appointed pod, and supplemental bed pad available for sleeping. Food was very good.

Business class seats and amenities were excellent, crew very attentive. Slept well. Food good, lounge experience nice. Would fly them again. A350 aircraft excellent, very quiet.

The flight attendants were extremely friendly and helpful. Everything ran on time. I highly recommend Fiji Airways.

The experience was lovely in every respect. The crews were delightful.

Very clean aircraft. Friendly staff. New plane. Food quality was good. Not my flavor but I saw the effort.

This flight was delayed approximately 4 hours due to bad weather in HNL.

It was great with the exception of a rude desk member on the way back. And a terrible sandwich on the way back.

One of the best flights Ive had in a long time

Flight delayed then cancelled then gate changed two times then baggage lost.

My flight was canceled minutes before boarding started. It took three hours to get rebooked and it was on another airline overnight with another stop added. All I got was two $15 food coupons.

The plane is extremely loud and there’s no place to charge devices.

Not great to be very honest. Our flight was delayed after we sat at the airport until 15 minutes after we were supposed to leave . We were then notified the plane was being worked on “and the parts were out in the ground and still not finished .” Even though the work started the evening before and they knew it wasn’t fixed. . Then we were told it would be a 1:15 pm boarding time so we waited then at 1:45pm we were told it would be an 11:15pm boarding . It was changed to and 3:55am boarding the next morning . We lost out on a day in Hawaii and a night of our VRBO rental.

Safety record impeccable and important since flying many hours and thousands of miles over ocean.

Love the food service and attentiveness of the crew. Could have wi-if on flight

My seat assignment was disappear even I had chosen my seat next to my husband at making reservation. And also the touch panel on my screen was broken so I could have limited entertainment during the long flight.

Amazing! Was put on the earlier flight and I requested for an aisle seat and was given it. Thanks Qantas!

The crew were amazing - A great job. They made me feel special and valued.

Boarding was terrible - the ground staff member Fredeya at lax was more military than customer service, have never encountered a customer service representative as rude as her. Apart from that all other staff were wonderful and the flight was good.

The flight met my expectations. It left and landed on time

My bag didn’t make it but otherwise it was a great experience.

I travelled first class from LAX to MEL and it was a series of disasters which I put down to lax staff who dont care and a suck it attitude to customers - its all lip service and no delivery. The flight was delayed due to aircraft refuellers putting on 300,000 litres of fuel on a 380Q1. I entered via the first class bridge loaded my bags in the overhead locker. the lady in the next isle in first class also had hers in there as she wasn't allocated a locker over her seat. The attendant asked would I like a champagne - I said yes please. he promptly delivered a empty glass and the glass left on the desk. Then he ignored me for 20 minutes. When i asked him is he out of champagne he gave me the usual rubbish I was distracted. There are four staff and 15 first class passengers - give me a break. the glass stayed there on takeoff and then was still there 9 hours into the flight. When I arrived to my seat I told him I had eaten and wouldn't be eating on the flight - it was 10.30pm. Yet he comes by later 4am ( I happen to be awake) and says are you eating with us? I asked for the bed to be made up - they put a 3 inch 7cm mattress on the chair but as usual the break in the chair - the mattress sinks into it - so I had to move it around so I didnt get my back sunk in the V - Im 187cm tall. The cabinet next to 1K is for staff bags and the toilet is next door. I tried to avoid this seat but couldn't change - in to the flight 8 hours and the cabin rest change over kicks in - this attendant is shining his torch in my eyes taking out and returning his bag. Then the toilet starts flushing and forget trying to get to sleep. Yet no-one else needed torch! 11 hours into the 15.5 hour flight I ask for breakfast - I order two poached eggs, bacon on multigrain toast, tomatos and mushrooms. I get no bacon or toast and have to order it and the eggs are cold. Then I order a coffee which is so badly spilled - and not by air turbulence she brings back a serviette and replaces the first one rather than providing a clean dry saucer! First class in Qantas is a joke as the staff just don't get the meaning of prompt service and attention to detail. I will fly business class rather than first on Qantas as its better value for money but I have been very impressed with United First Polaris and given I fly internationally every month this is going to be my choice.

Experience was great. My only advice is to have a pasta dish on the menu. Otherwise everything was excellent.

Flights delayed multiple times, travellers requests for updates ignored. Qantas continues to desatisfy travelling basics.

I find the food in business class is just old and boring, it was once good but now just trying to hard to be "on Trend" with plant based for the minority of people, while those people can order a special meal anyway, while the majority have to suffer and loose a choice. only 2 choices for entree one boring plant based and 4 for main which two were seafood, one was plant based and one meat dish.

Packed flight. Urged to check carry-on before boarding only to discover numerous empty overhead bins after boarding. Challenging entertainment screen. After almost 20 minutes to arrive at baggage claim, waited over 30 mins before luggage was loaded on baggage claim carousel.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Flight was delayed by 3 hours. The pilot made up 1 hour during the flight, but that made the wait at the airport 5 hours once you factor getting there 2 hours early.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Sydney found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
9/16Mon
1 stop
36h 10mSFO-SYD
$369
9/23Mon
1 stop
34h 05mSFO-SYD
$373
9/1Sun
1 stopAir New Zealand
17h 45mSFO-SYD
$482
5/9Thu
1 stopFiji Airways
29h 35mSFO-SYD
$547
6/15Sat
1 stopFiji Airways
19h 10mSFO-SYD
$553
5/12Sun
1 stopAir New Zealand
17h 45mSFO-SYD
$586
9/1Sun
nonstopQantas Airways
14h 50mSFO-SYD
$747
9/25Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
14h 55mSFO-SYD
$795
8/15Thu
nonstopQantas Airways
14h 50mSFO-SYD
$808
8/17Sat
nonstopUnited Airlines
15h 00mSFO-SYD
$860

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Sydney

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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Sydney that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/20Sat
multi-stopFiji Airways
19h 10mSFO-SYD
5/21Tue
multi-stopFiji Airways
24h 10mSYD-SFO
$1,045
4/21Sun
multi-stop
27h 35mSFO-SYD
5/28Tue
multi-stop
17h 10mSYD-SFO
$1,085
4/21Sun
multi-stop
27h 35mSFO-SYD
5/14Tue
multi-stop
17h 30mSYD-SFO
$1,090
4/21Sun
multi-stop
27h 35mSFO-SYD
5/28Tue
multi-stop
17h 10mSYD-SFO
$1,102
4/24Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
15h 10mSFO-SYD
5/12Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
13h 30mSYD-SFO
$1,462
4/24Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
28h 35mSFO-SYD
5/13Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
13h 30mSYD-SFO
$1,466
4/21Sun
multi-stopHawaiian Airlines
43h 30mSFO-SYD
4/30Tue
multi-stopHawaiian Airlines
38h 10mSYD-SFO
$1,828
4/24Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
25h 15mSFO-SYD
5/12Sun
multi-stopAir Canada
41h 05mSYD-SFO
$1,954
4/24Wed
multi-stopAir Canada
25h 15mSFO-SYD
5/14Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
41h 05mSYD-SFO
$2,041
4/23Tue
nonstopQantas Airways
14h 50mSFO-SYD
5/1Wed
multi-stopQantas Airways
17h 40mSYD-SFO
$2,097

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San Francisco - Sydney Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

Sydney (SYD)Australia

Return flight deals:

Sydney - San Francisco

Cabin classes:

$5,814
$2,730
$932

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