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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne from $690

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Fiji Airways Logo
23:25 - 13:25SFO-MEL
20h 00m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
14:15 - 13:25MEL-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
$1,425Fiji Airways
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
20:50 - 09:25SFO-MEL
18h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 12:50MEL-SFO
21h 15m1 stop
$1,433Air New Zealand
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Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 4 May
Fiji Airways Logo
23:25 - 13:00SFO-MEL
19h 35m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
14:30 - 13:25MEL-SFO
16h 55m1 stop
$1,436Fiji Airways
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Fri, 10 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
18:39 - 21:30SFO-MEL
31h 51m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 11:05MEL-SFO
21h 30m1 stop
$1,439Air New Zealand
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Mon, 17 Nov - Wed, 17 Dec
Philippine Airlines Logo
23:55 - 06:00SFO-MEL
36h 05m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
05:55 - 20:30MEL-SFO
32h 35m1 stop
$1,445Philippine Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Philippine Airlines Logo
23:30 - 08:35SFO-MEL
39h 05m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
09:00 - 20:15MEL-SFO
28h 15m1 stop
$1,448Philippine Airlines
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Sun, 8 Mar - Wed, 6 May
Philippine Airlines Logo
23:55 - 06:00SFO-MEL
36h 05m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
05:55 - 20:30MEL-SFO
32h 35m1 stop
$1,454Philippine Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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15:10 - 10:50SFO-MEL
25h 40m2 stops
Logo
08:35 - 12:05MEL-SFO
21h 30m1 stop
$1,482
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Mon, 20 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Logo
22:30 - 08:35SFO-MEL
39h 05m1 stop
Logo
14:15 - 20:10MEL-SFO
24h 55m2 stops
$1,503
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 10:00SFO-MEL
28h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 09:00MEL-SFO
29h 30m1 stop
$1,610China Eastern
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Mon, 20 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov

Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Our best Fiji Airways deals on San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Fiji Airways
26 Oct
SFO23:25San Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
MEL13:25Melbourne
2 Nov
MEL14:15Melbourne
17h 10m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
$1,425
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Fiji Airways
10 Oct
SFO23:25San Francisco
19h 35m
1 stop
MEL13:00Melbourne
17 Oct
MEL14:30Melbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
$1,436
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Fiji Airways
26 Sept
SFO22:35San Francisco
20h 30m
1 stop
MEL12:05Melbourne
5 Oct
MEL14:30Melbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
$1,454
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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
9 Mar
SFO20:50San Francisco
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL09:25Melbourne
4 May
MEL08:35Melbourne
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
$1,433
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Air New Zealand
17 Nov
SFO18:39San Francisco
31h 51m
2 stops
MEL21:30Melbourne
17 Dec
MEL08:35Melbourne
21h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco
$1,439
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Air New Zealand
7 Mar
SFO19:50San Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
MEL10:55Melbourne
18 Mar
MEL09:05Melbourne
21h 00m
2 stops
SFO12:05San Francisco
$1,469
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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 13 September 2025.
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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

23:25-13:25

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

14:15-13:25

1 stop17h 10m

$1,425

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

20:50-09:25

1 stop18h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

08:35-12:50

1 stop21h 15m

$1,433

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

23:25-13:00

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

14:30-13:25

1 stop16h 55m

$1,436

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

18:39-21:30

2 stops31h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 17/12

08:35-11:05

1 stop21h 30m

$1,439

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

23:55-06:00

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

05:55-20:30

1 stop32h 35m

$1,445

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

23:30-08:35

1 stop39h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:00-20:15

1 stop28h 15m

$1,448

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

23:55-06:00

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

05:55-20:30

1 stop32h 35m

$1,454

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

15:10-10:50

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

08:35-12:05

1 stop21h 30m

$1,482

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

22:30-08:35

1 stop39h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

14:15-20:10

2 stops24h 55m

$1,503

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

12:00-10:00

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

22:30-09:00

1 stop29h 30m

$1,610

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,568.

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 $1,897. 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 $2,952.

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 $1,873 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 $1,693 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 28% 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 September 2025, prices for San Francisco to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 2% more expensive 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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Cheap San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (SFO to MEL) flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

$1,164

Fastest flight time

15h 40m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $1,164. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,862.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport takes 15h 40m
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 18h 35m 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
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $1,130Free cancellationRating
8.0
205 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,443Free cancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,521Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,936 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 $1,012 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,480 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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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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