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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area from $618

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,235

One-way from

$618

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,805
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/8-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($348 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Fri 29/813:30MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Wed 17/922:35SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,235
Thu 14/810:15MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/823:00SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,332
Tue 14/1007:30MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 18/1123:25SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,450
Thu 23/1011:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Wed 29/1022:10SFO - MEL
1 stop41h 15mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,538
Mon 13/1016:40MEL - SFO
1 stop35h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 19/1109:40SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,555
Mon 13/1006:05MEL - SFO
2 stops22h 23mAir Canada
Wed 19/1118:05SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4$1,628
Sat 26/707:25MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/814:00SFO - MEL
1 stop22h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,763
Tue 5/817:30MEL - SJC
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/807:00SJC - MEL
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,780
Wed 30/710:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 17/823:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,796
Sun 27/721:50MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 40mChina Airlines
Sun 17/801:05SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,814
Mon 4/810:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mLufthansa
Wed 20/823:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 28/4$1,816
Thu 14/817:15MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 25/915:00SFO - MEL
1 stop22h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,847

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

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

13:30-13:25

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 17/9

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

$1,235

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

10:15-13:45

2 stops20h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

23:00-12:00

1 stop20h 00m

$1,332

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

07:30-20:50

1 stop31h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

23:25-07:20

1 stop36h 55m

$1,450

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

11:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 29/10

22:10-09:25

1 stop41h 15m

$1,538

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

16:40-09:40

1 stop35h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 19/11

09:40-18:10

1 stop37h 30m

$1,555

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

06:05-10:28

2 stops22h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 19/11

18:05-14:15

2 stops25h 10m

$1,628

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

07:25-11:45

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 18/8

14:00-05:45

1 stop22h 45m

$1,763

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

17:30-21:10

2 stops20h 40m

San Jose

Mon 11/8

07:00-23:35

2 stops23h 35m

$1,780

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 20/8

17:41-07:30

1 stop20h 49m

$1,796

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

21:50-20:30

1 stop39h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 17/8

01:05-10:40

1 stop40h 35m

$1,814

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 MEL to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to zzXIH 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 San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up 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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Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $618. However, be on the lookout for offers from Philippine Airlines and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area, consider Melbourne - San Francisco, Melbourne - Oakland or Melbourne - San Jose, as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area are Virgin Australia (75%), United Airlines (75%) and SWISS (75%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area is $1,115. On average you can expect to pay $5,743. The most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $1,173.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$961Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$979Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,046Average$2,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,082Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,086Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,117Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,155Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,180Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,196Average$1,879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,206Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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