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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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
25 Aug — 1 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 Wednesday or Monday 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 26 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
Fri 7/813:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 14/823:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,145
Fri 21/813:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 12/923:10
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,146
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
Sun 6/913:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 13/923:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,218
Mon 2/1113:35
MEL
-
SFO
2 stops22h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1118:20
SFO
-
MEL
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$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

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 26 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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

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

Tue 29/9

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 12/10

07:00-08:30

1 stop31h 30m

$2,024

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

16:10-13:35

1 stop38h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

16:51-17:50

2 stops54h 59m

$2,241

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$2,434

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

21:35-07:30

1 stop40h 55m

$2,440
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

10:55-08:05

Nonstop14h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 11/9

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$2,617

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:55-08:05

Nonstop14h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 7/8

12:15-07:30

1 stop26h 15m

$2,693

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

22:45-10:18

2 stops76h 33m

San Francisco

Fri 2/10

13:41-22:05

2 stops63h 24m

$2,814

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

23:20-09:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$3,022

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 4/10

23:20-09:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$3,098

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport 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 26 July 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 26 July 2026.

The most flights from MEL 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 Airport to Salinas?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Salinas flights typically cost between $1,111 and $2,154 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 26 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to Salinas. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
464 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,040 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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 Airport to Salinas?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Qatar Airways fly from Melbourne Airport to Salinas in about 38h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 29m. There are 12645 km between Melbourne Airport and Salinas. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $447. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Salinas for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Salinas are Virgin Australia (77%), United Airlines (77%) and SWISS (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $1,139.

  • 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 26 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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LufthansaCheapest$976Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$980Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,016Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,205Average$2,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,430Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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