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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport from $477

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Melbourne are usually found in February or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 (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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,359

One-way from

$477

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,463

Good one-way deal

$1,202 or less
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  • 3/5-17/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 29m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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  • 1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 51m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($130 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Sat 3/514:18SFO - MEL
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/512:55MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,359
Sat 18/1019:13SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 07mAir Canada
Thu 30/1006:40MEL - SFO
2 stops22h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$1,384
Sat 3/522:45SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 13/512:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,516
Mon 14/422:05SFO - MEL
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 4/508:35MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/2$1,588
Mon 3/312:00SFO - MEL
1 stop31h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 12/322:30MEL - SFO
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,627
Sat 1/322:25SFO - MEL
1 stop34h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 9/310:20MEL - SFO
1 stop27h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,643
Fri 17/1000:20SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/1008:40MEL - SFO
1 stop26h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,762
Thu 23/1022:50SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mVietnam Airlines
Thu 30/1011:25MEL - SFO
1 stop24h 35mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,775
Sat 3/507:00SFO - MEL
2 stops32h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 13/518:00MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,784
Sun 13/423:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 27/410:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,841

Find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne within your budget

Customise 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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San Francisco

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/5

14:18-12:15

2 stops28h 57m

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

12:55-20:27

2 stops24h 32m

$1,359

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 15/6

16:35-13:20

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 30/6

21:40-10:33

2 stops29h 53m

$1,406

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/5

22:45-12:15

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

$1,516

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 14/4

22:05-13:45

1 stop22h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

08:35-12:50

1 stop21h 15m

$1,588

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 13/4

23:55-06:30

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

08:00-21:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,601

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

12:00-14:05

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

22:30-10:00

1 stop29h 30m

$1,627

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 3/5

07:00-08:20

2 stops32h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

18:00-21:45

2 stops20h 45m

$1,784

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

23:35-23:00

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

00:45-22:15

1 stop39h 30m

$1,787

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 13/4

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

10:55-08:05

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,841

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/4

12:44-16:35

2 stops33h 51m

$477

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

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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 return flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 February 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 Airport. 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 Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 21 February 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 21 February 2025.

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 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Melbourne, such as Air Tahiti Nui, China Airlines and Fiji Airways. 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
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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
727 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,316 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

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 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?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($1,406), Fiji Airways ($1,516), and Air New Zealand ($1,588) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $757. Users have also found prices from $927 and $931 on Cathay Pacific and Philippine Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 (72%), United Airlines (72%), SWISS (72%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is generally $1,335, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,100. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $1,359 for that flight.

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,124Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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