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$333+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne

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SFO — MEL
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Melbourne are usually found in August or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 (ME1). 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 November 21, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$967
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$333
(Kiwi.com)
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:55 amSFO - MEL
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:50 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$977
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/2412:05 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,223
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:10 amSFO - MEL
2 stops30h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/246:00 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops21h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,263
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/511:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Sun 12/811:30 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 11/20$1,295
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 12/101:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,604
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2912:10 pmSFO - AVV
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/136:00 amAVV - SFO
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,629
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/710:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/241:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,743
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/32:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop38h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 12/97:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops35h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,771
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2710:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/103:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop24h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$1,779
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/248:15 pmSFO - AVV
1 stop40h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 12/46:00 amAVV - SFO
2 stops24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/21$2,130

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/9

1:45 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$967

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SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

7:45 am-10:50 am

2 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 1/26

4:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$970

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

10:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop34h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 1/29

10:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,060

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

10:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 3/18

3:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,134

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

11:35 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops50h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 2/22

11:25 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,175

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

7:45 am-9:35 am

2 stops30h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 2/8

6:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$1,205

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 12/2

7:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 12/24

12:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop18h 00m

$1,223

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,267

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

10:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 5/27

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$1,320

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

1:00 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 1/28

7:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$1,329

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

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 November 15, 2024.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 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 November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Cathay Pacific and China Southern from San Francisco to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.7
Very good
68 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very good
833 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very good
476 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very good
776 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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 4 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 5 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Fiji Airways, at $967, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Philippine Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that Fiji Airways is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $488 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Air Canada, with prices starting from $719 and $817, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne are SWISS (80%), Lufthansa (80%) and Virgin Australia (76%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $799. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne) can be booked for $914 on average our data indicates $1,387 when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne.

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

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

    The majority of Auckland visitors spend their time at Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Those on a layover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can do so by traveling 10.9 mi, 11.4 mi, and 10.7 mi, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Auckland Intl for about $53 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$775Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$843Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$928Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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