Traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between SFO and PER:
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from SFO to PER, check if you need a visa to enter Australia. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Perth Airport (PER)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport is $500. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,065. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to PER, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from SFO to PER every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Traveling from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes around 47 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
Book a hotel near PER if you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport to the center of Perth is about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes roughly 28 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Perth in February.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport for January if you'd like to explore Perth during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to PER in August. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 20ºC then.
More about Perth
Start your Perth trip right by finding an amazing stay. Once you've booked your flight from SFO to PER, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Mill Point Swan River, Fremantle Prison and The Perth Mint are attractions you won't want to skip in Perth.
Complete your Perth trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Perth Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Perth.
