Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Canberra?

Flights from San Francisco to Canberra usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Canberra (CBR).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Canberra?

Only Business Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Canberra.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Canberra pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Canberra most commonly connect through: • Nadi (NAN) - 65% of one-stop connections • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 25% of one-stop connections • Brisbane (BNE) - 5% of one-stop connections • Melbourne (MEL) - 5% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Canberra?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Francisco to Canberra. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,019 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,701, a difference of $682. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Canberra?

Some of the most popular sights in Canberra are Civic Square and National Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Canberra on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Canberra?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Canberra takes 00m, covering 7,566 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Canberra?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Canberra changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,006 to $10,014. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Canberra looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Canberra are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $878.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Canberra?

Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 35m, compared with 18h 24m via Brisbane (BNE) and 18h 42m via Nadi (NAN).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Canberra?

Canberra is 18 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Australia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Canberra Airport (CBR)?

Canberra Airport (CBR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Thrifty • Budget • Sixt • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Canberra flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Canberra range from $1,011 to $1,648, with an average of $1,278 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,011 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Canberra?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Canberra typically range from $1,011 to $1,648. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,006, on Air Canada.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Canberra?

Air Canada ($1,006) and Air New Zealand ($1,355) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Canberra according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Canberra?

Nadi (NAN) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Canberra route. 65% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via NAN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Canberra?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,128. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Canberra which airport offers the shortest layover?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Canberra layovers at 9h 39m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

2:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO San Francisco-CBR Canberra

32h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

6:30 am - 10:32 amCBR Canberra-SFO San Francisco

23h 02m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

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4:51 pm - 12:05 pmSFO San Francisco-CBR Canberra

25h 14m3 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne

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22h 29m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

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42h 05m3 stops Honolulu Auckland Intl Melbourne

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Canberra? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Canberra departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Canberra?
Only Business Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Canberra.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Canberra?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Canberra takes 00m, covering 7,566 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Canberra?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Canberra flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Canberra range from $1,011 to $1,648, with an average of $1,278 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,011 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Canberra changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,006 to $10,014. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Canberra looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Canberra are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $878.
What car rental options are available at Canberra Airport (CBR)?
Canberra Airport (CBR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Sixt
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Canberra?
Flights from San Francisco to Canberra usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Canberra (CBR).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Canberra pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Canberra most commonly connect through:

• Nadi (NAN) - 65% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Brisbane (BNE) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Melbourne (MEL) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Canberra?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Francisco to Canberra. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,019 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,701, a difference of $682.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Canberra?
Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 35m, compared with 18h 24m via Brisbane (BNE) and 18h 42m via Nadi (NAN).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Canberra?
Canberra is 18 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Australia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Canberra?
Some of the most popular sights in Canberra are Civic Square and National Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Canberra on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,019, about $682 less than Saturday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Canberra trip for December. Fares historically average $1,011 round-trip in that month - typically $1,228 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Canberra Airport.

• Vibe Hotel Canberra

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