$457+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne
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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 April 24, 2025.
Round-trip from | $941 (Gotogate) |
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One-way from | $495 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,180 |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to MelbourneExplore 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 April 24, 2025.
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 April 24, 2025.
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that are best for you.
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SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Tue 5/20
10:55 pm-11:30 am
1 stop19h 35m
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Tue 5/27
12:55 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop17h 55m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 7/2
10:05 pm-10:50 am
1 stop19h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 7/9
8:35 am-12:50 pm
1 stop21h 15m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 10/15
10:50 pm-9:35 am
1 stop40h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 10/29
2:10 pm-5:25 am
2 stops33h 15m
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SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Tue 10/14
12:20 am-6:55 am
1 stop36h 35m
Melbourne
Tue 10/28
12:45 am-5:20 pm
1 stop34h 35m
San FranciscoMelbourne
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SFOAVV
San Francisco
Tue 5/27
10:55 pm-4:05 pm
2 stops24h 10m
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 6/3
6:00 am-1:50 pm
2 stops24h 50m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Thu 5/22
12:00 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop31h 40m
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Thu 5/29
9:30 pm-5:48 pm
2 stops37h 18m
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SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sat 8/9
8:29 pm-6:45 am
1 stop41h 16m
Melbourne
Sat 8/23
9:00 pm-5:45 pm
1 stop37h 45m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sun 6/15
11:20 pm-8:15 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Sun 6/29
10:55 am-8:10 am
Nonstop14h 15m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Mon 10/20
6:39 pm-1:05 pm
2 stops24h 26m
Melbourne
Tue 11/18
7:10 am-3:55 pm
2 stops27h 45m
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO - MEL
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sun 6/29
11:15 am-6:45 am
1 stop26h 30m
Melbourne
Sat 7/12
2:30 pm-10:37 pm
2 stops25h 07m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Melbourne
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 April 18, 2025.
Booking 31 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 $1,774). 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 April 24, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
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 April 24, 2025.
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 April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Airlines, ANA and Fiji Airways 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.
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne
Discover the top 7 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$699 | Average$929 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$883 | Average$1,125 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$906 | Average$1,375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$907 | Average$1,454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$929 | Average$1,289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$940 | Average$1,122 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,253 | Average$1,325 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |