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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne from $517

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 22/4. 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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Fiji Airways Logo
23:25 - 12:00
SFO
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MEL
19h 35m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:40
MEL
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
$1,061Fiji Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
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22:35 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,063Fiji Airways
Sun, 3 May - Sun, 17 May
Fiji Airways Logo
23:10 - 12:00
SFO
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MEL
19h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:25 - 13:40
MEL
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SFO
17h 15m
1 stop
$1,072Fiji Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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23:25 - 13:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:40
MEL
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
$1,075Fiji Airways
Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
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22:35 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,098Fiji Airways
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 10 May
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 12:05
SFO
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MEL
20h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:30 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,107Fiji Airways
Wed, 22 Apr - Fri, 1 May
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23:25 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
20h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
13:25 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
17h 30m
1 stop
$1,108Fiji Airways
Sun, 5 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 12:05
SFO
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MEL
20h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:35 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
31h 20m
1 stop
$1,115Fiji Airways
Fri, 29 May - Fri, 19 Jun
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22:35 - 12:05
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MEL
20h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:35 - 13:55
MEL
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SFO
31h 20m
1 stop
$1,137Fiji Airways
Wed, 20 May - Fri, 26 Jun
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17:49 - 12:00
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MEL
25h 11m
2 stops
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13:30 - 19:10
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SFO
22h 40m
2 stops
$1,150Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 May - Sat, 23 May

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Air New Zealand
27 Apr
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:55Melbourne
10 May
MEL12:10Melbourne
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,340
Air New Zealand
27 Apr
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:55Melbourne
10 May
MEL12:10Melbourne
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,343
Air New Zealand
27 Apr
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 50m
1 stop
MEL10:55Melbourne
10 May
MEL09:10Melbourne
20h 45m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,364

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
17 May
SFO16:30San Francisco
25h 35m
2 stops
MEL11:05Melbourne
2 June
MEL06:00Melbourne
21h 20m
2 stops
SFO10:20San Francisco
$1,347
Air Canada
27 Apr
SFO18:00San Francisco
24h 05m
2 stops
MEL11:05Melbourne
10 May
MEL21:40Melbourne
29h 40m
2 stops
SFO10:20San Francisco
$1,348
Air Canada
7 May
SFO16:30San Francisco
25h 35m
2 stops
MEL11:05Melbourne
13 May
MEL06:00Melbourne
28h 36m
2 stops
SFO17:36San Francisco
$1,354

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport 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 12 March 2026.
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SFO - MEL

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San Francisco

Fri 4/9

23:25-12:00

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

13:30-13:40

1 stop17h 10m

$1,061

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

13:30-13:55

1 stop17h 25m

$1,063

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 12/8

23:10-12:00

1 stop19h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

13:25-13:40

1 stop17h 15m

$1,072

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 29/3

23:25-13:25

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

13:30-13:40

1 stop17h 10m

$1,075

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 26/4

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

13:30-13:55

1 stop17h 25m

$1,098

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 22/4

22:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

13:30-13:55

1 stop17h 25m

$1,107

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

23:25-12:25

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

13:25-13:55

1 stop17h 30m

$1,108

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 29/5

22:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

23:35-13:55

1 stop31h 20m

$1,115

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

22:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

23:35-13:55

1 stop31h 20m

$1,137

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 16/5

17:49-12:00

2 stops25h 11m

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

13:30-19:10

2 stops22h 40m

$1,150

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of July is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,480.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $1,682. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,744.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,727 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,561 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.

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

You could potentially save up to 52% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight.

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

As of March 2026, prices for San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

$949

Fastest flight time

15h 55m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $949. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $6,631.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport takes 15h 55m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport every day.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Melbourne by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Melbourne is about 12651.5 km. Typically, this will take 15h 55m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

    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 Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

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Rating
Free cancellation
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $905Free cancellationRating
8.1
231 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,020Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,004 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,422Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,418 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

    United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport start from $1,422 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,941 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Melbourne from San Francisco.

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?

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