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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco from $479

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to San Francisco are usually found in March or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,604

One-way from

$479

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March
China Airlines
  • China Airlines
  • 11/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 50m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco
5/2
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 15m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Fri 20/1213:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/107:00SFO - MEL
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,684
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - SFO
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 2/1212:00SFO - MEL
1 stop31h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$2,086
Wed 27/1111:30MEL - SFO
1 stop28h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/1223:05SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,139
Sun 24/1123:30MEL - SFO
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Thu 6/223:35SFO - MEL
2 stops50h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11$2,274
Sun 24/1113:00MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mLufthansa
Thu 6/222:35SFO - MEL
1 stop39h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11$2,309
Fri 20/1213:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Fri 3/121:45SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,340
Wed 27/1106:00AVV - SFO
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/1216:15SFO - AVV
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,452
Wed 20/1100:45MEL - SFO
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/1211:25SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11$2,453
Mon 9/1212:00MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 07mQantas Airways
Sun 22/1220:15SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,456
Wed 27/1113:00MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 13/1219:30SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$2,489
Thu 19/1206:45MEL - SFO
3 stops26h 33mAir Tahiti Nui
Sun 29/1207:00SFO - MEL
3 stops45h 10mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 19/11$2,785
Tue 24/1214:00MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 29/116:00SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,794

Find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco 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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

00:25-18:50

1 stop37h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 27/2

23:40-12:05

1 stop41h 25m

$1,604

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 3/4

07:10-12:11

2 stops23h 01m

San Francisco

Thu 24/4

16:35-11:35

2 stops26h 00m

$1,618

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

12:00-15:28

1 stop22h 28m

San Francisco

Sun 16/2

10:09-07:35

1 stop26h 26m

$1,643

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

10:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 22/5

22:50-22:15

2 stops54h 25m

$1,752

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

08:10-13:56

2 stops24h 46m

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

14:45-15:45

2 stops30h 00m

$1,776

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

12:00-20:36

1 stop27h 36m

San Francisco

Fri 28/2

07:09-05:40

1 stop27h 31m

$1,781

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 24/1

13:00-08:20

Nonstop14h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

18:25-09:30

1 stop20h 05m

$1,799

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 17/4

05:55-09:40

1 stop44h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 2/5

11:30-09:50

1 stop29h 20m

$1,893

MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 1/5

14:55-17:50

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 22/5

22:30-09:45

1 stop18h 15m

$1,908

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

11:25-19:40

1 stop27h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 10/3

00:35-09:45

2 stops39h 10m

$1,973

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco (average of $879). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco. 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from ME1 to SFO 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 by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to San Francisco, such as United Airlines, Singapore Airlines and China Southern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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.

8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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.

8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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.

8.3
Very Good
478 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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.

8.3
Very Good
779 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

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 Melbourne to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19.0 km from the centre vof the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 15 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $1,604, China Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to San Francisco and back. In addition to China Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,621 and $1,643, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $665. China Airlines flights start at $1,042 while deals on Vietnam Airlines start at $1,045 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (90%), United Airlines (90%), SWISS( 88%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $2,450, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $788. The most popular route (Melbourne - San Francisco), is priced around $1,236.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can be accessed by travelling approximately 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Auckland Intl for an average daily rate of $67 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco (average of $879). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$948Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,014Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,072Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,075Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,129Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,170Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,232Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,299Average$2,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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