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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Adelaide

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,514. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Adelaide.$2,200 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with United and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,200, select.

Adelaide.$2,211 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with United and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,211, select.

Adelaide.$2,317 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Adelaide on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,317, select.

Adelaide.$2,357 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with United and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,357, select.

Adelaide.$2,480 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 May, returning Thu, 24 Jun.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,480, select.

Adelaide.$2,485 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,485, select.

Adelaide.$2,493 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with United and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,493, select.

Adelaide.$2,500 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with United and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,500, select.

Adelaide.$2,524 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul, returning Tue, 13 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 13 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,524, select.

Adelaide.$2,528 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with United and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,528, select.

Adelaide.$2,538 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with United and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,538, select.

Adelaide.$2,557 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Adelaide on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,557, select.

Adelaide.$2,593 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Mon, 24 May.Return flight with United and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Mon, 24 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,593, select.

Adelaide.$2,617 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with United and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,617, select.

Adelaide.$2,628 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with United and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,628, select.

Adelaide.$2,761 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,761, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Adelaide flights are currently cheapest in January.

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San Francisco International to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Adelaide: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,179
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	16 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	9

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Adelaide?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Adelaide is $2,179. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Adelaide?

16 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Adelaide.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Adelaide?

SWISS, United and Virgin Australia fly direct from San Francisco International to Adelaide.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Adelaide?

As of September 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Adelaide.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Adelaide?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Adelaide is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport on Sunday, 17 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Adelaide?

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 Adelaide 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Adelaide?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

Around 16 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport.
Adelaide is 18 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+10:30 timezone.
Your SFO to ADL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
United is your gateway to exploring Adelaide (and maybe even some other great parts of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is United.
Among carriers operating SFO to ADL flights, United has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and ADL:
- Sydney Airport
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
- Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

$1,102 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. A return flight starts from $2,179. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to ADL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to ADL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near ADL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car rental or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Adelaide and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Adelaide Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide

Adelaide Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Adelaide. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

December is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Adelaide in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Adelaide Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to ADL in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 14ºC then.