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$578+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Melbourne (MEL)

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SFO — MEL
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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The best prices from Salinas to Melbourne are usually found in March or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) 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 December 22, 2024.

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$956
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One-way from

$594
(Gurufare)

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Average price

$1,827
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/213:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop36h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:00 amSFO - MEL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/286:45 amMEL - SFO
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:05 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/211:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,723
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/105:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop37h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/22$1,986
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/231:55 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops30h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 12/3012:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/234:25 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2612:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop22h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,406
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:27 pmSFO - MEL
3 stops27h 23mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 12/316:45 amMEL - SFO
3 stops43h 49mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 12/21$2,817
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/2212:41 amSFO - MEL
2 stops46h 44mQatar Airways
Thu 12/266:15 amMEL - SFO
2 stops49h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/20$3,134
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:40 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop43h 45mEmirates
Mon 1/203:25 amMEL - SFO
2 stops52h 25mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$3,654

Find flights from Salinas to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 December 22, 2024.

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San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 3/18

1:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$956

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

10:45 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 5/27

12:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$963

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

1:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 4/6

11:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop39h 05m

$1,039

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 3/5

8:10 am-12:11 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$1,054

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

11:55 pm-6:00 am

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 4/13

8:00 am-9:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,117

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

10:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop42h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/23

3:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,123

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

9:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop41h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

11:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,155

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

11:35 pm-9:45 am

2 stops39h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 4/1

10:00 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops40h 15m

$1,159

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

7:45 am-10:05 am

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 3/8

2:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,208

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 6/24

8:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,257

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Melbourne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Salinas to Melbourne Airport 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 S9N to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Melbourne Airport 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 Salinas to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from S9N to MEL 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Melbourne, such as Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
492 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,297 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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 Salinas to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $594. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Virgin Australia (66%), United Airlines (66%) or SWISS (61%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $1,538, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $862. The most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne), is priced around $876.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Salinas to Melbourne Airport 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Salinas to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$768Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$842Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$928Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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