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Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 12:05
SFO
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MEL
20h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:50
MEL
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SFO
17h 20m
1 stop
$1,198Fiji Airways
Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May
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17:49 - 12:00
SFO
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MEL
25h 11m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 13:50
MEL
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SFO
17h 20m
1 stop
$1,248Multiple Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 21:34
MEL
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SFO
25h 09m
2 stops
$1,249Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Tue, 19 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 12:05
SFO
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MEL
20h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 21:34
MEL
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SFO
25h 04m
2 stops
$1,268Multiple Airlines
Wed, 22 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 07:27
MEL
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SFO
34h 57m
2 stops
$1,278Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Mon, 18 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:49 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
25h 36m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 13:50
MEL
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SFO
17h 20m
1 stop
$1,281Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Qantas Airways Logo
20:30 - 23:15
SFO
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AVV
31h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:00 - 16:55
AVV
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SFO
19h 55m
1 stop
$1,500Qantas Airways
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 24 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
20:30 - 23:15
SFO
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AVV
31h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
20:55 - 16:55
AVV
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SFO
38h 00m
1 stop
$1,508Qantas Airways
Sun, 22 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar
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22:30 - 16:05
SFO
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AVV
24h 35m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 17:45
AVV
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SFO
28h 45m
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$1,538Qantas Airways
Sun, 3 May - Sun, 17 May
Qantas Airways Logo
20:30 - 23:15
SFO
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AVV
31h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 16:55
AVV
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SFO
28h 55m
1 stop
$1,540Qantas Airways
Sun, 22 Feb - Tue, 17 Mar

Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Our best Fiji Airways deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flight tickets
Fiji Airways
24 Apr
SFO22:35San Francisco
20h 30m
1 stop
MEL12:05Melbourne
3 May
MEL13:30Melbourne
17h 20m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
$1,198
Fiji Airways
1 Mar
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
MEL12:45Melbourne
29 Mar
MEL14:30Melbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
$1,332
Fiji Airways
6 Mar
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL12:25Melbourne
1 Apr
MEL14:25Melbourne
17h 00m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
$1,395

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flight tickets
United Airlines
1 Feb
SFO23:05San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL10:00Melbourne
28 Feb
MEL13:00Melbourne
14h 25m
SFO08:25San Francisco
$1,457
United Airlines
4 Feb
SFO23:05San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL10:00Melbourne
18 Feb
MEL13:00Melbourne
14h 25m
SFO08:25San Francisco
$1,458
United Airlines
12 Feb
SFO23:05San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL10:00Melbourne
22 Feb
MEL13:00Melbourne
14h 25m
SFO08:25San Francisco
$1,460

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne 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 31 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 24/4

22:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

13:30-13:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,198

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

17:49-12:00

2 stops25h 11m

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

13:30-13:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,248

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

13:25-21:34

2 stops25h 09m

$1,249

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 22/4

22:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-21:34

2 stops25h 04m

$1,268

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

13:30-07:27

2 stops34h 57m

$1,278

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 20/4

17:49-12:25

2 stops25h 36m

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

13:30-13:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,281

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Tue 24/2

20:30-23:15

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 24/3

15:00-16:55

1 stop19h 55m

$1,500

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

20:30-23:15

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 19/3

20:55-16:55

1 stop38h 00m

$1,508

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

22:30-16:05

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

06:00-17:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,538

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

20:30-23:15

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 17/3

06:00-16:55

1 stop28h 55m

$1,540

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,332. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,407.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,721. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Tuesday is $2,807.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Melbourne flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,752 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from San Francisco for as low as $1,513 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap San Francisco to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

15h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

4 airports
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 15h 55m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne every day.
There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL).
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  • 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 55m, 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.

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $1,025Free cancellationRating
8.0
223 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,043Free cancellationRating
7.5
982 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,488Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,219 reviews
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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.

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