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San Francisco (SFO) to Sydney (SYD) flights

Nonstop from San Francisco International to Sydney Kingsford Smith: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.

Distance

11,950km

7,425 mi, great circle

Flying time

14h 54m

typical, gate to gate

Flights a day

1.6

average, November 2026

Airlines

passenger airlines

Airlines flying SFO to SYD

Route map

The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Sydney?

About 14h 54m gate to gate for the 11,950 km (7,425 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.

Which airlines fly nonstop from SFO to SYD?

Qantas and United Airlines, with about 1.6 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).