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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Salinas, California from $574

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Salinas are usually found in May or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Fri 4/913:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 11/923:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/7$1,143
Sun 9/813:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 16/823:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/7$1,149
Mon 2/1113:35
MEL
-
SFO
2 stops22h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1118:20
SFO
-
MEL
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,238
Thu 13/810:55
MEL
-
SFO
Nonstop14h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 13/821:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop41h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,271
Mon 26/1013:35
MEL
-
SFO
2 stops25h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1109:18
SFO
-
MEL
2 stops32h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,281
Fri 11/1213:55
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 31/121:50
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/7$1,312
Wed 30/913:25
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 15m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/1023:10
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/7$1,325
Tue 13/1014:25
MEL
-
SFO
2 stops24h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/1016:51
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop22h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,388
Sun 1/1113:55
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1121:50
SFO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,390
Fri 30/1020:55
AVV
-
SFO
2 stops31h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1106:30
SFO
-
AVV
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,590
Fri 23/1006:00
AVV
-
SFO
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1109:15
SFO
-
AVV
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,012
Sat 22/820:40
AVV
-
SFO
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/819:30
SFO
-
AVV
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,015

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,143

One-way from

$574

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,593
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 4/9-11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Salinas
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Salinas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($154 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 30/10

20:55-10:32

2 stops31h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

06:30-20:20

2 stops42h 50m

$1,590

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

06:30-21:47

2 stops32h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 31/8

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,966

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 11/12

11:30-07:35

1 stop39h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 31/1

23:35-10:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,995

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

09:30-07:24

1 stop38h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,995

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:00-06:50

1 stop38h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 13/10

07:00-08:50

2 stops55h 50m

$1,998

MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 22/8

20:40-10:20

2 stops30h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 29/8

19:30-14:20

2 stops25h 50m

$2,015

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

06:30-06:50

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 21/8

07:00-07:30

1 stop31h 30m

$2,015

MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 16/10

21:40-13:40

2 stops34h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 18/10

21:30-09:45

1 stop18h 15m

$2,054

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 30/10

08:45-08:30

1 stop29h 45m

$2,069

MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 9/8

06:00-13:40

2 stops24h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 16/8

16:30-14:10

2 stops28h 40m

$2,104

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Salinas

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Salinas

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Salinas as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Salinas. 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 27 July 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to S9N 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Salinas?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Salinas flights typically cost between $1,112 and $1,994 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,143 on Fiji Airways (4 Sept–11 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated 27 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
466 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Salinas?

    For as low as $1,966, United Airlines can have you in Salinas from Melbourne in 32h 17m. Melbourne and Salinas are separated by a distance of 12645 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Salinas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $447. Users have also found prices from $669 and $864 on Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Salinas?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Salinas consider choosing Virgin Australia(77%), United Airlines(77%) or SWISS(77%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Salinas? While on average our users pay $3,614, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $715. The most popular route (Melbourne - San Francisco), is priced around $1,143.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Salinas?

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

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

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

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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Salinas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$973Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$980Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest$984Average$1,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,016Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,205Average$2,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,430Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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