Sydney to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Australia and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,949 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SYD and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Sydney. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Sydney, Australia
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 11,949 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SYD
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Sydney to San Francisco
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Route overview
Sydney to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Australia and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SYD and SFO. Related codes: SYD → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,949 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Sydney airports and metro codes: SYD.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Sydney, other destinations from Sydney, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Sydney to San Francisco typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Sydney to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Sydney and San Francisco is approximately 11,949 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Sydney to San Francisco?
Sydney is commonly searched with code SYD (related: SYD). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Sydney to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Sydney?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Sydney. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,949 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Sydney to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Australia (Sydney) with United States (San Francisco).