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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco from $503

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco departing on 28/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air Canada Logo
06:05 - 10:28MEL-SFO
22h 23m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:00 - 14:45SFO-MEL
25h 45m2 stops
$909Air Canada
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
Air Canada Logo
21:40 - 10:33MEL-SFO
29h 53m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
19:40 - 12:20SFO-MEL
23h 40m2 stops
$916Air Canada
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Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:50MEL-SFO
17h 20m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 22:35SFO-MEL
31h 00m1 stop
$970Fiji Airways
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Thu, 28 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
United Airlines Logo
11:55 - 08:15MEL-SFO
14h 20mdirect
United Airlines Logo
23:05 - 09:00SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,035United Airlines
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Thu, 23 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO
14h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
23:05 - 10:00SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,036United Airlines
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Mon, 17 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
14:15 - 12:25MEL-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 13:15SFO-MEL
20h 10m1 stop
$1,038Fiji Airways
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
18:55 - 12:50MEL-SFO
34h 55m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 10:50SFO-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
$1,169Air New Zealand
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Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
12:05 - 11:50MEL-SFO
17h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 10:55SFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
$1,212Air New Zealand
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
11:55 - 08:15MEL-SFO
14h 20mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
16:15 - 09:30SFO-MEL
22h 15m1 stop
$1,296Virgin Australia
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
10:55 - 08:15MEL-SFO
14h 20mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
23:35 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 40mdirect
$1,333Virgin Australia
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Wed, 10 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Qantas Airways
17 Nov
MEL21:00Melbourne
37h 55m
1 stop
SFO15:55San Francisco
30 Nov
SFO20:15San Francisco
18h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:05Melbourne
$1,148
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Qantas Airways
14 Oct
MEL14:45Melbourne
20h 00m
1 stop
SFO16:45San Francisco
18 Nov
SFO20:15San Francisco
18h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:05Melbourne
$1,158
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Qantas Airways
13 Nov
MEL21:00Melbourne
37h 55m
1 stop
SFO15:55San Francisco
30 Nov
SFO20:15San Francisco
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL09:50Melbourne
$1,223
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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Air New Zealand
18 Aug
MEL18:55Melbourne
34h 55m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
25 Aug
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
MEL10:50Melbourne
$1,169
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Air New Zealand
7 Oct
MEL12:05Melbourne
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO11:50San Francisco
12 Nov
SFO19:50San Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
MEL10:55Melbourne
$1,212
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Air New Zealand
1 Sept
MEL08:35Melbourne
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
15 Sept
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
MEL10:50Melbourne
$1,245
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 5 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

06:05-10:28

2 stops22h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

18:00-14:45

2 stops25h 45m

$909

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

21:40-10:33

2 stops29h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

19:40-12:20

2 stops23h 40m

$916

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

13:30-13:50

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

22:35-22:35

1 stop31h 00m

$970

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

11:55-08:15

Nonstop14h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 29/10

23:05-09:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,035

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,036

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

14:15-12:25

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 30/11

22:05-13:15

1 stop20h 10m

$1,038

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

18:55-12:50

1 stop34h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

$1,169

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

12:05-11:50

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

19:50-10:55

1 stop20h 05m

$1,212

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

11:55-08:15

Nonstop14h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

16:15-09:30

1 stop22h 15m

$1,296

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

10:55-08:15

Nonstop14h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 17/9

23:35-08:15

Nonstop15h 40m

$1,333

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport during August instead. Flights to San Francisco in August, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,455.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $2,123. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco for around $2,278.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $1,382. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,335 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,668 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,454 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 39% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to San Francisco (MEL to SFO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Best price found

$503

Fastest flight time

14h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $503. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $909.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco takes 14h 15m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • How far is Melbourne to San Francisco by plane?

    The distance between Melbourne and San Francisco is about 12651.5 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 15m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

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Rating
Free cancellation
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free cancellationRating
8.0
202 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $994Free cancellationRating
7.9
502 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,054Free cancellationRating
7.5
887 reviews
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Vietnam AirlinesPriceFrom $1,072Free cancellationRating
7.5
197 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,114Free cancellationRating
7.1
9,890 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,115Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,916 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,192Free cancellationRating
6.8
7,287 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,195Free cancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $1,313Free cancellationRating
7.2
894 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,404Free cancellationRating
7.5
411 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

    The lowest priced Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco from the last 72 hours was $908. Generally, Virgin Australia has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,400. Virgin Australia is rated 7.5/10 by our users.

  • United Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Melbourne Airport to San Francisco start from as low as $721 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $1,183. United Airlines operates 7 flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,916 reviews.

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Can I find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Melbourne to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Melbourne to San Francisco.

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