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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Sydney:

• Earliest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 11:07 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 3:02 pm.

The flight takes about 15h 07m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Sydney:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Sydney takes 15h 07m, covering 7,420 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Sydney range from $1,069 to $1,578, with an average of $1,262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,069 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $1,262 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $917 round-trip via Nadi (NAN), compared to $1,438 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$38 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Sydney flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the San Francisco to Sydney route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $656, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

• East Coast Car Rentals
• Bargain Car Rentals
• YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
• No Birds
• EverythingFleet

Flights from San Francisco to Sydney usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Sydney route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 46m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Sydney most commonly connect through:

• Nadi (NAN) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Honolulu (HNL) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Auckland Intl (AKL) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Sydney. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,174 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,335, a difference of $161.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Sydney. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Qantas Airways

Flying via Auckland Intl (AKL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 52m, compared with 18h 54m via Nadi (NAN) and 19h 10m via Honolulu (HNL).

Sydney 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.

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Sydney flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Flights from San Francisco to Sydney make it easy to continue to nearby cities in the Sydney area, including Leonay, Scheyville, Kingswood and Calga. Sydney Airport has several car rental companies on the arrivals level at T1 International and T2/T3 Domestic terminals.

At SFO, two pet-relief areas are located before security in Terminals 2 and 3. Six more are after security, including two in Terminal 2. At SYD, assistance animal relief facilities are in T2 Domestic after security on the concourse adjacent to the Heinemann retail area.

Qantas runs a hub at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). SYD is Sydney's main international gateway and the preferred arrival airport for the largest international flights from San Francisco. The airport's lounges and clubs also offer amenities for travelers.

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

An Opal Card can be purchased at the Sydney Airport station or WH Smith. It can be used on all public transportation in Sydney, including trains, ferries, buses and light rail.

Yes. Multiple car rental agencies have counters at SYD, so travelers can drive from the airport to downtown Sydney. Their desks are in Terminal 1 International Arrival Hall and services are also available through Terminal 2.

Yes. Australia is an official partner country in the U.S. Global Entry program. For trips from SYD to SFO or any U.S. destination, Global Entry is an option.

Yes. Carriers on flights from SFO to SYD provide special services on request for passengers with reduced mobility or those traveling with someone with mobility limitations. At SFO, all airlines are required to provide requested mobility assistance from the terminal entrance or vehicle drop-off point through the airport and onto the aircraft to the passenger's seat.