Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways, at $903, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Air Canada. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

$471 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $543 and $560, respectively.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne (average of $1,083). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne 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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Booking 66 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.

Question 5

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

The San Francisco to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $924. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne) can be booked for $817 on average our data indicates $4,513 when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne.

Question 9

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne for under $900 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Melbourne for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $831, but on average you can expect to pay $927.

Question 10

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Melbourne for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Melbourne is less than $1,420.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Of the flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that have layovers, most of them stop in Auckland.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Melbourne layover in Nadi least frequently.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The majority of Auckland visitors spend their time at Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square. 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. Travelers can book a car rental at Auckland Intl for about $30 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Users have found that flying from San Francisco to Melbourne 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.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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 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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne 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.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

What does SFO to MEL mean?

Accepted Answer

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. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 28

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 29

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 30

Can Cheapflights find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$815	Average$1,026	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$840	Average$1,420	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$902	Average$1,692	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$955	Average$1,347	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$1,116	Average$1,118	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,180	Average$1,217	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Philippine Airlines	Cheapest$1,400	Average$1,986	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time60%	Search Philippine Airlines flights

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100%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	1daily flight
Monday	1daily flight
Tuesday	1daily flight
Wednesday	1daily flight
Thursday	1daily flight
Friday	1daily flight
Saturday	1daily flight

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Round-trip from	$1,083
One-way from	$543

Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne from $299

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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

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Booking 66 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.

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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.

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 $395 while a round-trip flight costs $927. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

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