Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Perth's timezone is UTC+8, making Perth 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SFO to PER flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and PER:
Sydney Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Perth Airport (PER)
$538 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,119. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to PER. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to PER.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near PER:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Perth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and explore beyond Perth's main sights.
Booking your ride from Perth Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Perth in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Perth Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to PER in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Perth, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel around 40 kilometers south to Rockingham to check off its leading sights. From Penguin Island to Rockingham Wild Encounters and Penguin Island Sand Bar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Australia, consider Mandurah, roughly 64 kilometers south of Perth. Silver Sands Beach, Yalgorup National Park and Town Beach are key highlights.