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$502+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco 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

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$965
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$502
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,827
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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 December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sat 12/288:35 amSFO - MEL
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/312:40 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops30h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,343
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 10mChina Southern
Tue 1/218:40 amMEL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$1,433
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/319:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 1/211:45 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 43mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,599
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop37h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/2012:45 amMEL - SFO
1 stop39h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,664
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/3111:05 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/211:00 pmMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,725
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/307:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop23h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/1012:05 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/18$1,871
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2410:25 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 2/710:20 amMEL - SFO
1 stop27h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,873
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/269:10 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 15mVietnam Airlines
Wed 2/511:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop24h 35mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,202
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2611:40 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 25mChina Airlines
Thu 2/612:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop37h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,242
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/224:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops26h 40mAir Canada
Mon 2/108:10 amMEL - SFO
2 stops23h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$2,243

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

10:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 3/30

1:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$965

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

9:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop37h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 3/18

11:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,020

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

4:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 3/5

7:10 am-12:11 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$1,058

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

12:05 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

8:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 35m

$1,097

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

1:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 3/21

10:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

$1,098

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

12:35 am-7:10 am

1 stop36h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 3/18

3:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,101

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

9:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop41h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 3/20

11:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,105

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

11:25 pm-8:35 am

1 stop39h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 3/22

5:55 am-8:15 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$1,146

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

12:35 am-9:45 am

2 stops39h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 3/30

11:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,158

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

7:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

5:00 pm-11:05 am

1 stop37h 05m

$1,267

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 Airport?

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 December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport 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 December 18, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% 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 Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

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 December 18, 2024.

The most flights from SFO 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 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Fiji Airways, China Southern and Air China. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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
8.6
Very good
65 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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
841 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
477 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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
496 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

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 Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $965. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,058 and $1,097, respectively. Users have found that Fiji Airways is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Vietnam Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $595. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport on time: Virgin Australia (66%), United Airlines (66%), SWISS (61%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $862. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne) can be booked for $732 on average our data indicates $1,538 when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport.

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

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Melbourne Airport layover in Auckland most frequently.

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

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and University Clock Tower are the most popular attractions in Auckland if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or University Clock Tower can do so by traveling 10.9 mi, 11.4 mi, and 10.7 mi, respectively from Auckland Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Auckland can rent a car from Auckland Intl for about $55 per day.

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

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Nadi.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$774Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$843Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$928Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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