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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport from $664

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) 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 22 January 2025.

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$1,034

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$664
25/2-5/3
  • 25/2-5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 18m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
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22/3
  • 22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 19m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Tue 25/218:21SJC - MEL
1 stop26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/316:50MEL - SJC
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,034
Tue 11/221:45SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 25/213:35MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,141
Tue 25/209:00SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/316:50MEL - SFO
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,174
Wed 2/423:55SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 13/408:00MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,674
Mon 24/218:50SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 25mAir Canada
Tue 4/307:10MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,680
Tue 1/401:15SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 13/414:25MEL - SFO
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/1$1,725
Wed 26/212:05SFO - MEL
1 stop32h 40mAir China
Fri 7/320:15MEL - SFO
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Deal found 21/1$1,754
Mon 24/212:00SFO - MEL
1 stop31h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 7/312:00MEL - SFO
1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,763
Tue 25/209:00SFO - MEL
2 stops53h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/320:30MEL - SFO
2 stops46h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,765
Mon 24/223:35SFO - MEL
2 stops50h 55mChina Southern
Sun 2/323:30MEL - SFO
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 21/1$1,925
Mon 24/218:21SJC - MEL
3 stops46h 54mFiji Airways
Tue 4/313:45MEL - SJC
2 stops27h 52mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$2,490
Tue 25/212:59SJC - MEL
2 stops25h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/313:00MEL - SJC
2 stops27h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,549

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne within your budget

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San JoseMelbourne

SJC - MEL

SJCMEL

San Jose

Tue 25/2

18:21-16:20

1 stop26h 59m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

16:50-22:09

2 stops24h 19m

$1,034

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 11/2

21:45-12:15

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

13:35-12:50

1 stop18h 15m

$1,141

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

09:00-16:20

1 stop36h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

16:50-21:05

2 stops23h 15m

$1,174

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

23:55-06:00

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 13/4

08:00-21:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,674

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

18:50-15:15

2 stops25h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

07:10-12:11

2 stops24h 01m

$1,680

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/4

01:15-23:15

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 13/4

14:25-22:20

1 stop24h 55m

$1,725

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 26/2

12:05-15:45

1 stop32h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

20:15-09:50

1 stop32h 35m

$1,754

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

12:00-14:05

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

12:00-09:00

1 stop40h 00m

$1,763

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

09:00-09:50

2 stops53h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

20:30-23:59

2 stops46h 29m

$1,765

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

23:35-21:30

2 stops50h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

23:30-19:40

2 stops39h 10m

$1,925

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 22 January 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 22 January 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH 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 22 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne. 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
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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
852 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

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 Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $920 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $963 and China Eastern from $1,130 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport, consider San Francisco - Melbourne, San Jose - Melbourne or Oakland - Melbourne, as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Virgin Australia(63%), United Airlines(63%) or SWISS(63%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport is $931. On average you can expect to pay $2,103. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $1,080.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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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United AirlinesCheapest$1,351Average$2,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,432Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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