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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport from $677

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 10 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,355

One-way from

$677

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,774
Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 26/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 55m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
20/8
  • 20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 21m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($724 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 July 2025.

Tue 26/823:55SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 9/906:30MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,355
Fri 22/823:25SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Fri 29/813:30MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/7$1,421
Tue 2/922:05SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 30/911:05MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$1,459
Sat 23/820:04SFO - MEL
2 stops29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/910:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,538
Sun 31/818:39SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 56mAir Canada
Sun 14/921:40MEL - SFO
2 stops29h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7$1,549
Sat 23/806:15SJC - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/818:55MEL - SJC
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,777
Fri 22/806:00OAK - MEL
3 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/813:30MEL - OAK
3 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,815
Tue 2/909:49SJC - MEL
2 stops27h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 30/909:45MEL - SJC
2 stops25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,890
Sat 23/806:00STS - MEL
3 stops24h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 30/818:05MEL - STS
3 stops37h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,059
Sat 23/812:59STS - MEL
2 stops24h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 30/809:45MEL - STS
2 stops23h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,273
Sat 23/815:07STS - MEL
2 stops28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/809:45MEL - STS
1 stop18h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,368
Sat 23/812:30SJC - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 30/810:55MEL - SJC
2 stops27h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7$2,385

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

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 26/8

23:55-06:30

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

06:30-20:50

1 stop31h 20m

$1,355

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 22/8

23:25-12:00

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

13:30-13:25

1 stop16h 55m

$1,421

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 2/9

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

11:05-11:50

1 stop17h 45m

$1,456

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

20:04-18:15

2 stops29h 11m

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

10:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

$1,538

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

18:39-11:35

2 stops23h 56m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

21:40-10:28

2 stops29h 48m

$1,549

San JoseMelbourne

SJC - MEL

SJCMEL

San Jose

Sat 23/8

06:15-10:50

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

18:55-14:15

2 stops36h 20m

$1,777

OaklandMelbourne

OAK - MEL

OAKMEL

Oakland

Fri 22/8

06:00-12:00

3 stops37h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

13:30-07:18

3 stops34h 48m

$1,815

San JoseMelbourne

SJC - MEL

SJCMEL

San Jose

Tue 2/9

09:49-06:45

2 stops27h 56m

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

09:45-16:41

2 stops23h 56m

$1,890

Santa RosaMelbourne

STS - MEL

STSMEL

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Sat 23/8

06:00-23:35

3 stops24h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

18:05-14:43

3 stops37h 38m

$2,059

Santa RosaMelbourne

STS - MEL

STSMEL

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Sat 23/8

12:59-06:45

2 stops24h 46m

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

09:45-15:47

2 stops23h 02m

$2,273

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 10 July 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 10 July 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH 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).

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 10 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, andAsiana Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very Good

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $833 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Philippine Airlines from $885 and Air Canada from $889 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Virgin Australia(61%), United Airlines(61%) or SWISS(61%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport is $1,083. On average you can expect to pay $4,334. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $1,421.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,151Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,549Average$2,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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