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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL) from $301

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — MEL
may. 20 — may. 271
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The best prices from San Francisco to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.

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December

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March

Round-trip from

$1,083

One-way from

$471
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Users have found that flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 36 days in advance, which can save you up to 26% on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 36 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,150. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,234.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $791.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (SFO - MEL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between San Francisco and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights traveling from San Francisco to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
mar. 7/2310:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 7/3012:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$950
mar. 7/2310:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 7/309:05 amMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$965
dom. 7/2110:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop29h 35mAir New Zealand
mar. 8/138:45 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$967
lun. 8/510:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
dom. 8/116:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/15$976
dom. 7/2110:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop29h 35mAir New Zealand
mar. 8/139:05 amMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$996
jue. 8/110:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
sáb. 8/106:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,024
lun. 8/510:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
dom. 8/116:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/15$1,035
vie. 8/210:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
sáb. 8/106:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,038
mar. 8/1310:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 8/278:45 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,049

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between San Francisco and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Cathay Pacific flights we've found at this time heading from San Francisco to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
lun. 8/1212:55 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
mar. 8/272:25 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop25h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,468
sáb. 5/181:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 00mCathay Pacific
mié. 5/292:25 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop44h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,471
dom. 8/1112:55 amSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 20mCathay Pacific
sáb. 8/3111:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,491
dom. 8/1112:55 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
jue. 8/292:25 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop25h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,541
sáb. 5/251:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
lun. 6/37:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop32h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,546
sáb. 5/251:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
sáb. 6/111:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,649
mar. 5/2112:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
mié. 6/192:25 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop44h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,882
jue. 5/2312:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop42h 00mCathay Pacific
lun. 6/242:25 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop25h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13$1,968
vie. 5/2412:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop42h 00mCathay Pacific
mié. 5/2911:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop34h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$2,094

Cheap San Francisco to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 15, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
sáb. 5/1811:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
mié. 5/2211:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop30h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$957
jue. 6/1310:15 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
mar. 6/186:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop16h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/15$977
jue. 5/1611:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/209:00 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$994
sáb. 5/1811:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/111:30 amMEL - SFO
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,016
jue. 6/2710:15 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/88:50 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,039
sáb. 6/297:50 amSFO - MEL
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/113:45 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,112
jue. 6/2710:15 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/88:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,126
sáb. 5/1811:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/261:35 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,128
mar. 5/145:25 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/2211:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,138

San Francisco to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
mar. 10/2211:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
mié. 11/611:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$809
sáb. 10/1911:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
sáb. 11/21:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$817
jue. 5/1611:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
mié. 5/2211:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop30h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$828
jue. 5/237:40 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/288:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$849
mar. 8/611:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
mar. 8/1312:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$878
sáb. 10/1211:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
mié. 10/2311:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$891
dom. 8/1810:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 9/312:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/15$906
dom. 9/2910:15 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 05mQantas Airways
sáb. 10/269:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop38h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/15$908
jue. 5/3010:15 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
jue. 6/136:30 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/15$922

Non-stop flights to Melbourne from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from San Francisco to Melbourne in the near future. If you're looking for other options for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
dom. 10/2711:55 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/61:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,386
dom. 10/2711:55 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/61:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,388
dom. 9/111:25 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/1510:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,389
dom. 10/2711:55 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/51:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,393
dom. 6/2311:25 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/1410:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,411
dom. 11/311:05 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/231:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,439
sáb. 10/1911:35 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/212:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,489
dom. 7/1411:25 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/2810:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,529
lun. 7/111:25 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/1010:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,579

San Francisco to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Francisco to Melbourne departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
lun. 5/2010:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
mié. 6/126:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,396
sáb. 5/257:50 amSFO - MEL
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/2911:00 amMEL - SFO
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,420
mié. 5/2211:20 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/193:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,461
mar. 5/2112:50 amSFO - MEL
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/193:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,522
sáb. 5/251:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
lun. 6/37:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop32h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,546
sáb. 5/2512:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
mié. 5/2911:00 amMEL - SFO
1 stop39h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,626
sáb. 5/251:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
sáb. 6/111:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,649
lun. 5/2010:07 amSFO - MEL
1 stop26h 38mQantas Airways
mié. 6/128:30 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop38h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,696
sáb. 5/2512:15 amSFO - MEL
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/32:25 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops34h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,730

One-way flights to Melbourne from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Melbourne. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
sáb. 8/2411:35 amSFO - MEL
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$301
mar. 9/108:40 amSFO - MEL
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$304
mar. 9/107:30 amSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$351
mar. 11/59:00 amSFO - MEL
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$439
dom. 8/410:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/15$471
mar. 11/510:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/13$536
mar. 8/611:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 5/14$543
dom. 9/112:55 amSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$558
mié. 8/281:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/15$560

Find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated mayo 15, 2024.

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$950 - $1,468

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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 7/23

1 stop19h 50m

Melbourne

mar. 7/30

1 stop17h 40m

$950

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 7/2

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

mar. 11/19

2 stops34h 20m

$956

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

sáb. 5/18

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

mié. 5/22

1 stop30h 50m

$957

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 8/6

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

mié. 8/14

1 stop30h 50m

$958

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 7/23

1 stop19h 50m

Melbourne

mar. 7/30

2 stops20h 45m

$965

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

jue. 6/13

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

mar. 6/18

1 stop16h 50m

$977

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

dom. 8/4

2 stops23h 54m

Melbourne

dom. 8/11

2 stops31h 03m

$1,197

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

dom. 8/11

Nonstop15h 50m

Melbourne

mar. 8/27

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,389

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

lun. 8/12

1 stop28h 20m

Melbourne

mar. 8/27

1 stop25h 20m

$1,468

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Melbourne is currently $451 while a round-trip flight costs $1,091. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,806). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,497

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,460

June

$1,576

July

$1,806

August

$1,505

September

$1,485

October

$1,555

November

$1,469

December

$1,699

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated mayo 15, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
910 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
627 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Hawaiian Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,301 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. On average, San Francisco has 1 outbound flight to Melbourne per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $950, but on average you can expect to pay $990.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport under $1,400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is less than $1,755.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $950. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $957 and $977, respectively. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $471. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    Cathay Pacific, Fiji Airways and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $924. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne) can be booked for $809 on average our data indicates $4,513 when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport.

  • What does SFO to MEL mean?

    SFO and MEL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to MEL refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Melbourne Airport layover in Auckland most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square are the most popular attractions in Auckland if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Aotea Square can do so by traveling 10.9 mi, 11.4 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Auckland Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Auckland can rent a car from Auckland Intl for about $30 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Nadi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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