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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area from $621

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,173

One-way from

$621

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,826
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
12/5
  • 12/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($362 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Thu 1/512:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Tue 20/522:55SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,173
Tue 6/506:25MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/522:55SFO - MEL
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,262
Mon 11/812:05MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/922:05SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/4$1,286
Tue 7/1007:30MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 21/1023:55SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,409
Thu 23/1011:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Wed 29/1022:10SFO - MEL
1 stop41h 15mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,545
Thu 23/1019:25MEL - SFO
1 stop32h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/1010:40SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,547
Fri 6/613:35MEL - SJC
3 stops26h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/610:58SJC - MEL
3 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,607
Wed 14/521:50MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 05mChina Airlines
Tue 20/501:05SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,688
Wed 30/707:25MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/814:00SFO - MEL
1 stop22h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,739
Tue 18/1107:10MEL - SFO
2 stops27h 25mAir Canada
Mon 1/1213:10SFO - MEL
2 stops31h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 14/4$1,748
Mon 23/610:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/723:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,756
Mon 11/810:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mLufthansa
Mon 8/923:35SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 13/4$1,815

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Melbourne

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 20/5

22:55-11:30

1 stop19h 35m

$1,173

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 6/5

06:25-13:50

2 stops24h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 27/5

22:55-00:55

2 stops33h 00m

$1,262

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

12:05-12:50

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 8/9

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

$1,286

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

07:30-20:50

1 stop31h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 21/10

23:55-07:30

1 stop37h 35m

$1,409

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

00:35-09:40

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 21/10

11:30-08:25

1 stop26h 55m

$1,556

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

13:35-23:29

3 stops26h 54m

San Jose

Fri 20/6

10:58-11:55

3 stops31h 57m

$1,607

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

21:50-19:55

1 stop39h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 20/5

01:05-10:40

1 stop40h 35m

$1,688

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

07:25-11:45

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 18/8

14:00-05:45

1 stop22h 45m

$1,739

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 2/7

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,756

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

06:00-10:28

2 stops21h 28m

San Francisco

Fri 31/10

07:00-13:05

2 stops36h 05m

$1,770

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 MEL to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to zzXIH 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 San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $643. However, be on the lookout for offers from Philippine Airlines and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area are Virgin Australia (71%), United Airlines (71%) and SWISS (71%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area is $1,045. On average you can expect to pay $5,328. The most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $1,183.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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$983Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,049Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,061Average$2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,097Average$1,826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,129Average$1,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,171Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,197Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,213Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,223Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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