San Francisco to Adelaide (SFO–ADL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SFO–ADL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 8,077 miles in approximately 15h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 3 | 789 | 15h50 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · ADL: ACDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 11.5:00 AM (next day) in Adelaide.
US passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before boarding. Apply through the Australian ETA app (subclass 601). The ETA costs AUD 20, is valid for 12 months with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
SFO–ADL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to ADL
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Adelaide International Airport (ADL) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SFO to ADL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to ADL ranges from 15 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,077 miles (12,997 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via NAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.