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$318+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Melbourne (MEL)

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SFO — MEL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
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The best prices from Salinas to Melbourne are usually found in February or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Melbourne

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Round-trip from

$817
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$318
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$933
From Salinas to Melbourne
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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 February 23, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/12:18 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1512:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$832
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/14:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Sun 6/156:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops21h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/22$885
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2210:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 5/2712:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/22$954
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 11/111:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop37h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 11/199:00 amMEL - SFO
1 stop29h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/22$961
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 4/2210:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/148:35 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/22$1,013
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/312:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop31h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 3/1210:30 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/22$1,039
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:10 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 15mVietnam Airlines
Thu 11/2011:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop24h 35mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,138
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/211:10 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop30h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 4/1311:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/22$1,140
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1411:20 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2910:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,176
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:45 amSFO - MEL
2 stops30h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 3/86:00 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,209
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1510:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 4/229:40 amMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 22mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/22$1,225

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 February 23, 2025.

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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

2:18 pm-11:30 am

2 stops28h 12m

Melbourne

Thu 5/15

12:55 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$832

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

1:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

7:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$897

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

10:45 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 5/27

12:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$954

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 5/14

8:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,013

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

12:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

10:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

$1,039

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

11:10 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 4/13

11:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$1,140

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

11:20 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 4/29

10:55 am-8:05 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,176

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

7:45 am-9:20 am

2 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 3/8

6:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$1,209

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

10:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 4/22

9:40 am-11:02 am

1 stop18h 22m

$1,225

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 4/13

5:58 pm-6:40 am

1 stop19h 42m

Melbourne

Sun 4/27

9:40 am-11:02 am

1 stop18h 22m

$1,261

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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 February 14, 2025.

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 31 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 February 23, 2025.

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.

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 February 23, 2025.

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 February 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Melbourne, such as Air Tahiti Nui, China Airlines and Singapore 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
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,296 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.0
Very good
184 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $572. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Cathay Pacific, 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 (72%), United Airlines (72%) or SWISS (72%) 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 $1,151, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $702. The most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne), is priced around $874.

  • 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 6 airlines flying from Salinas to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 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 February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$690Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$922Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$1,253Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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