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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area from $514

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Round-trip from

$1,200

One-way from

$514
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5-1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
12/3
  • 12/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

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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 22 January 2025.

Thu 30/113:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 4/221:45SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,170
Thu 30/113:45MEL - SFO
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/221:45SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,371
Thu 6/313:45MEL - SJC
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/317:56SJC - MEL
2 stops24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,405
Thu 13/310:35MEL - SFO
1 stop40h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sat 12/411:30SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,488
Sat 1/212:00MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 48mQantas Airways
Sun 16/206:45SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,491
Thu 27/312:00MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/423:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,534
Mon 3/312:00MEL - SFO
2 stops23h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/309:15SFO - MEL
2 stops28h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,552
Sat 15/311:25MEL - SFO
1 stop24h 35mVietnam Airlines
Sat 22/322:10SFO - MEL
1 stop41h 15mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,571
Wed 12/320:30MEL - SFO
2 stops45h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 25/319:50SFO - MEL
2 stops44h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,629
Sun 27/721:50MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 40mChina Airlines
Sat 30/801:05SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,651
Sun 27/708:00MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 31/823:55SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,658
Thu 27/310:30MEL - SJC
2 stops49h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/408:30SJC - MEL
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,680

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

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area 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 22 January 2025.

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MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

23:00-11:30

1 stop19h 30m

$1,200

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

16:50-20:05

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

14:39-16:20

2 stops31h 41m

$1,230

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

21:00-12:20

1 stop33h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 12/4

13:00-14:35

1 stop32h 35m

$1,346

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

12:00-10:55

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

10:09-07:35

1 stop26h 26m

$1,413

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

13:45-12:00

2 stops40h 15m

San Jose

Sat 22/3

17:56-12:15

2 stops24h 19m

$1,418

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

10:35-08:50

1 stop40h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 12/4

11:30-09:50

1 stop29h 20m

$1,488

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

13:00-08:20

Nonstop14h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 26/2

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,530

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

19:25-00:16

2 stops22h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 26/3

09:15-07:35

2 stops28h 20m

$1,586

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

23:20-19:50

1 stop38h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 10/4

01:05-10:40

1 stop40h 35m

$1,600

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

20:30-23:59

2 stops45h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

19:50-09:50

2 stops44h 00m

$1,629

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

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 22 January 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 22 January 2025.

The most flights from MEL 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 22 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Vietnam Airlines and United Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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.

8.3
Very Good
1,449 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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.

8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $629. Qantas Airways flights start at $858 while deals on Philippine Airlines start at $1,019 one-way.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area are Virgin Australia (72%), United Airlines (72%) and SWISS (72%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $3,080, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,085. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,090 for that flight.

  • 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.

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

    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 Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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$985Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,056Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,095Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,121Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,174Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,284Average$1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,337Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,358Average$2,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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