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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport from $582

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Melbourne are usually found in February or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,472

One-way from

$582

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,842

Good round-trip deal

$7,409 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,103 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 10/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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20/9
  • 20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 59m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($122 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Tue 10/622:55SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Tue 24/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,472
Tue 1/722:05SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/709:10MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/4$1,560
Tue 28/1023:25SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 7/1109:00MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,594
Thu 15/523:45SFO - MEL
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/512:55MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,649
Thu 15/512:00SFO - MEL
1 stop31h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 21/511:00MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4$1,702
Wed 14/523:10SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 19/514:25MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$1,708
Sat 4/1019:42SFO - MEL
1 stop41h 03mQantas Airways
Sat 8/1121:00MEL - SFO
1 stop37h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,775
Sun 4/519:50SFO - MEL
2 stops44h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 13/517:00MEL - SFO
2 stops21h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,827
Tue 16/916:35SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Thu 9/1006:05MEL - SFO
2 stops22h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4$1,841
Sun 22/623:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/710:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,844
Wed 3/1210:10SFO - MEL
2 stops27h 05mDelta
Wed 10/1210:25MEL - SFO
2 stops30h 33mDelta
Deal found 29/4$1,852
Sat 25/1017:00SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/1112:00MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,941

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

22:55-11:30

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 24/6

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

$1,472

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

09:10-12:50

2 stops20h 40m

$1,560

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 15/5

23:45-11:30

1 stop18h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

12:55-20:27

2 stops24h 32m

$1,649

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 15/5

12:00-12:40

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

11:00-09:05

1 stop39h 05m

$1,702

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 4/10

19:42-06:45

1 stop41h 03m

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

21:00-15:45

1 stop37h 45m

$1,775

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 15/9

00:05-22:15

1 stop29h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

15:25-22:40

1 stop25h 15m

$1,780

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

19:46-10:05

2 stops45h 19m

Melbourne

Fri 19/9

16:00-21:50

2 stops22h 50m

$1,827

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 16/9

16:35-11:05

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

06:05-10:28

2 stops22h 23m

$1,841

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 22/6

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 6/7

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,844

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 25/10

23:55-06:20

1 stop36h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

09:00-20:15

1 stop30h 15m

$1,872

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Melbourne, such as Air Tahiti Nui, China Airlines and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
729 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
471 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Fiji Airways ($1,472), Air New Zealand ($1,560), and China Eastern ($1,702) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $887. Users have also found prices from $899 and $901 on Philippine Airlines and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport on time: Virgin Australia (68%), United Airlines (68%), SWISS (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is generally $5,428, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,103. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $1,383 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,119Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,447Average$2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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