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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne from $572

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne departing on 8/9. 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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Best price found

$572

Fastest flight time

15h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Melbourne from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $572. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,388.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 15h 40m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne every day.
There are 2 airports near Melbourne: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL)

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

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 from San Francisco to Melbourne?

November. The cheapest time of year to fly to Melbourne from San Francisco is November. The most expensive is December.

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Melbourne?

Saturday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Saturday. The most expensive is usually Monday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?

In the evening. San Francisco to Melbourne flights are approximately 40% more expensive in the afternoon than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne from San Francisco?

Fiji Airways. Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Melbourne

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Melbourne flight route?

San Francisco - Melbourne. Fly from San Francisco to Melbourne for the best San Francisco - Melbourne flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Melbourne flights?

26 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne is approximately 26 days to departure

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Melbourne on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Melbourne is 1 per day as of March 2024. The most frequent departure time is 23:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Melbourne on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Melbourne as of March 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Monday, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Melbourne flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Melbourne flight.

If you are looking to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne, you are most likely going to fly from San Francisco Airport to Melbourne Airport, the most popular airports on that route. When booking your trip to Melbourne, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when travelling to Melbourne, you can try San Jose Airport (in San Jose), Oakland Airport (in Oakland), or Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (in Santa Rosa). You may be looking for an airport near Melbourne Airport to land at when travelling from San Francisco and Melbourne Avalon Airport, located in Melbourne is a great option. The cheapest route from San Francisco to Melbourne is SFO — MEL with an average price of $1,388 RT during the month of March.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)$1,388
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San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)$1,509
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San Jose Airport (SJC) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)$2,003
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Oakland Airport (OAK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)$3,681
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Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)$3,759
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San Jose Airport (SJC) to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)$4,942
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Easily compare return flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne by changing tabs
Air New Zealand
12 May
SFO22:00San Francisco
19h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:50Melbourne
4 June
MEL08:45Melbourne
21h 05m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
Fiji Airways
11 Apr
SFO23:35San Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:55Melbourne
19 Apr
MEL23:35Melbourne
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
7 May
SFO23:00San Francisco
24h 00m
2 stops
AVV16:00Melbourne Avalon
14 May
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
24h 45m
2 stops
SFO13:45San Francisco
China Southern
2 Sept
SFO00:35San Francisco
39h 05m
2 stops
MEL08:40Melbourne
13 Sept
MEL21:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO20:40San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
15 May
SFO07:45San Francisco
32h 50m
2 stops
MEL09:35Melbourne
23 May
MEL17:30Melbourne
21h 40m
2 stops
SFO22:10San Francisco
Cathay Pacific
15 May
SFO13:00San Francisco
29h 15m
1 stop
MEL11:15Melbourne
23 May
MEL14:25Melbourne
24h 55m
1 stop
SFO22:20San Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

If you're looking for one-way flights from San Francisco to Melbourne, view some of our deals below provided by Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and United Airlines
Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
SFO09:30San Francisco
41h 45m
2 stops
AVV20:15Melbourne Avalon
Fiji Airways
11 Apr
SFO23:35San Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:55Melbourne
Air New Zealand
21 Apr
SFO22:00San Francisco
26h 55m
2 stops
MEL17:55Melbourne

Search last-minute flights to Melbourne from San Francisco

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from San Francisco to Melbourne
Multiple Airlines
5 Apr
SFO00:15San Francisco
29h 00m
1 stop
MEL23:15Melbourne
17 Apr
MEL15:45Melbourne
46h 10m
1 stop
SFO20:55San Francisco
Cathay Pacific
5 Apr
SFO00:15San Francisco
29h 00m
1 stop
MEL23:15Melbourne
17 Apr
MEL14:25Melbourne
44h 05m
1 stop
SFO17:30San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
6 Apr
SFO13:15San Francisco
37h 25m
3 stops
MEL19:40Melbourne
17 Apr
MEL21:20Melbourne
36h 20m
2 stops
SFO16:40San Francisco
United Airlines
6 Apr
SFO23:20San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL08:15Melbourne
17 Apr
MEL10:55Melbourne
14h 10m
SFO08:05San Francisco
Emirates
6 Apr
SFO17:05San Francisco
33h 30m
2 stops
MEL19:35Melbourne
16 Apr
MEL02:25Melbourne
52h 35m
2 stops
SFO14:00San Francisco
Air India
6 Apr
SFO20:30San Francisco
41h 00m
2 stops
MEL06:30Melbourne
17 Apr
MEL08:00Melbourne
75h 00m
3 stops
SFO18:00San Francisco

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Melbourne with momondo
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Rating
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,293Free cancellationRating
7.4
11,481 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $1,368Free cancellationRating
7.9
255 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,774Free cancellationRating
8.2
685 reviews
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Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Our best Fiji Airways deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flight tickets
Fiji Airways
11 Apr
SFO23:35San Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:55Melbourne
19 Apr
MEL23:35Melbourne
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
Fiji Airways
14 May
SFO23:00San Francisco
20h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:15Melbourne
29 May
MEL23:35Melbourne
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
Fiji Airways
25 Apr
SFO23:35San Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:55Melbourne
8 May
MEL23:35Melbourne
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flight tickets
China Southern
2 Sept
SFO00:35San Francisco
39h 05m
2 stops
MEL08:40Melbourne
13 Sept
MEL21:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO20:40San Francisco
China Southern
4 Sept
SFO17:45San Francisco
32h 35m
2 stops
MEL19:20Melbourne
13 Sept
MEL21:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO20:40San Francisco
China Southern
27 Apr
SFO00:35San Francisco
39h 05m
1 stop
MEL08:40Melbourne
5 May
MEL21:00Melbourne
40h 15m
2 stops
SFO20:15San Francisco

  • How far is San Francisco to Melbourne by plane?

    San Francisco and Melbourne are 12649.8 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 15h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Melbourne were last updated today.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Melbourne.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Alternative routes for San Francisco to Melbourne

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Los Angeles to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time15h 40m
Cheapest price$1,109
Ontario to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time21h 38m
Cheapest price$2,303
Santa Ana to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time21h 05m
Cheapest price$1,817
San Jose to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time21h 35m
Cheapest price$2,003
Burbank to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time35h 00m
Cheapest price$3,861
Oakland, California to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time30h 35m
Cheapest price$3,681
Long Beach to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time22h 20m
Cheapest price$2,508
San Diego to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time25h 40m
Cheapest price$1,784
Sacramento to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time29h 43m
Cheapest price$3,048
Fresno to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time24h 20m
Cheapest price$2,968
Reno to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time25h 46m
Cheapest price$3,043
San Francisco to Mildura Flights
Fastest flight time25h 45m
Cheapest price$3,046

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

Flights from San Francisco to Melbourne 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 San Francisco to Melbourne?

Once all potential San Francisco to Melbourne flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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