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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brisbane to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.RM3,286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,286, select.
San Francisco.RM3,286 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,286, select.
San Francisco.RM3,292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,292, select.
San Francisco.RM3,300 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,300, select.
San Francisco.RM3,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,300, select.
San Francisco.RM3,604 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Brisbane on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,604, select.
San Francisco.RM3,772 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,772, select.
San Francisco.RM3,777 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,777, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Brisbane to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from RM3,795
Jun
from RM3,300
Jul
from RM4,203
Aug
from RM3,286
Sep
from RM3,772
Oct
from RM4,059
Nov
from RM3,604
Dec
from RM4,834
Jan
from RM4,995
Feb
from RM4,435
Mar
from RM3,286
Apr
from RM4,678

Direct flights from Brisbane to San Francisco International

Brisbane to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Brisbane to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Brisbane to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,286
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time13 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to San Francisco International is RM3,286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to San Francisco International.
SWISS, Lufthansa and Virgin Australia fly direct from Brisbane to San Francisco International.
As of May 2025, there are 35 flights per week flying from Brisbane to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to San Francisco International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 14 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Fiji Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 5 minutes.

  • San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 17 hours behind Brisbane.

  • Flights from BNE to SFO start from 10:30 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 11:40 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BNE to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BNE to SFO flights. An exceptional 92.86% of its services on this route arrive without delay.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BNE and SFO:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Auckland Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • At the moment, RM1,636 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,286. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from BNE to SFO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from BNE to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • 66.16% of flights departing from Brisbane Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BNE. Whether you have an early flight from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Francisco in February.

  • Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BNE to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Francisco has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Fresno is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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