Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The average direct flight takes 13h 30m, covering a distance of 7,420 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 2 and 3 direct flights that take off from Sydney and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 13h 40m. The most common departure time is 21:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 17 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 2 and 3 direct flights that take off from Sydney and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 13h 40m. The most common departure time is 21:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 17 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to San Francisco was £293 for a one-way ticket and £585 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 12:10 and will be landing in San Francisco at 06:55.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to San Francisco jets off at 21:25 and lands at 16:55.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Air Canada, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to San Francisco flight route.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

What shopping options are there at Sydney Airport?

Accepted Answer

Whether you like to wander the stores to pass time before your flight or need to pick up some last-minute additions for your trip, there are many shopping possibilities at Sydney Airport. International Terminal 1 has three duty-free stores, as well as numerous other retailers offering fragrances, jewellery, clothing, handbags and more.

Question 12

Are there airport hotels at Sydney Airport?

Accepted Answer

Sydney Airport’s International Terminal 1 closes at 23:00 each night and opens again at 03:00. If you need to stay near the airport the night before your flight (due to an early departure or connection from another part of Australia), Rydges Sydney Airport is an airport hotel located around a 4min walk from the terminal. Rooms are air conditioned and come with runway views.

Question 13

What lounges are available in the international terminal of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Accepted Answer

For passengers with access to airline lounges, the following are available in Terminal 1: Singapore Airlines Silverkris Lounge, Air New Zealand Lounge, Emirates Airlines Lounge, The Qantas Club Lounge and American Express Lounge. If you are not eligible for an airline lounge, the pay-per-use Plaza Premium Lounge allows paid entry, starting at about A$ 42.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to San Francisco is November, where tickets cost £627 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £863 and £859 respectively.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to San Francisco is November, where tickets cost £627 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £863 and £859 respectively.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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 Sydney to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 San Francisco from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Sydney-Kingsford-Smith-SYD/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

How often are flights from Sydney to San Francisco delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Sydney and San Francisco historically see delays in approximately 18% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 137 minutes.

Question 21

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 18% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 22

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 23

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the morning have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Sydney to San Francisco were found on Fiji Airways (£585) and Air New Zealand (£652).

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Sydney to San Francisco were found on Fiji Airways (£585) and Air New Zealand (£652).

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Question 30

How much is a return flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.Flights to San Francisco from Sydney usually cost between £556 and £945 in May.
The lowest price found in the past 3 days was £585 on Fiji Airways (10 May-13 May).

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

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

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to San Francisco is November, where tickets cost £627 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £863 and £859 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Sydney to San Francisco were found on Fiji Airways (£585) and Air New Zealand (£652).

How often are flights from Sydney to San Francisco delayed?

Weekly flights between Sydney and San Francisco historically see delays in approximately 18% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 137 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to San Francisco flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the morning have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to San Francisco flights?

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 18% of their flights encountering any delays.

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

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

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

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

The average direct flight takes 13h 30m, covering a distance of 7,420 miles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 12:10 and will be landing in San Francisco at 06:55.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to San Francisco jets off at 21:25 and lands at 16:55.

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What shopping options are there at Sydney Airport?

Are there airport hotels at Sydney Airport?

What lounges are available in the international terminal of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to San Francisco?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to San Francisco was £293 for a one-way ticket and £585 for a return.

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

When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco.

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

Air Canada, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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 Sydney to San Francisco.

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

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sydney 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 Sydney to San Francisco?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

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

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 San Francisco from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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