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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area from $636

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
6 maj — 13 maj1
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 1 maj 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,183

One-way from

$636

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,433
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 11/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($349 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area

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 1 maj 2025.

ons 11/623:35MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
tors 19/622:55SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,183
tors 14/810:00MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
ons 27/823:25SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,333
lör 4/1010:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
ons 15/1022:50SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 45mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,513
tors 23/1019:25MEL - SFO
1 stop32h 15mSingapore Airlines
ons 29/1010:40SFO - MEL
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,552
tis 26/806:30MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 20mPhilippine Airlines
sön 31/823:55SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,571
tors 29/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
ons 11/618:45SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,582
tors 14/810:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mLufthansa
tis 26/822:53SFO - MEL
1 stop39h 37mLufthansa
Deal found 1/5$1,629
mån 9/607:25MEL - SFO
1 stop20h 55mJapan Airlines
tors 26/613:35SFO - MEL
1 stop23h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,666
ons 16/721:50MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 40mChina Airlines
tors 14/801:05SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,730
tors 14/810:55MEL - SJC
2 stops43h 27mUnited Airlines
tis 26/812:30SJC - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,738
tis 16/911:55MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 27mQantas Airways
mån 6/1014:55SFO - MEL
1 stop21h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,747
tors 29/516:30MEL - SFO
2 stops22h 30mHawaiian Airlines
ons 11/619:55SFO - MEL
2 stops42h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,890

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport 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

ons 11/6

23:35-13:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

tors 19/6

22:55-12:15

1 stop20h 20m

$1,183

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

tors 14/8

10:00-13:45

2 stops20h 45m

San Francisco

ons 27/8

23:25-12:00

1 stop19h 35m

$1,333

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

lör 4/10

10:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

ons 15/10

22:50-09:35

1 stop40h 45m

$1,513

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

tors 23/10

19:25-09:40

1 stop32h 15m

San Francisco

ons 29/10

10:40-10:50

1 stop30h 10m

$1,558

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

tors 14/8

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

ons 27/8

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,599

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

fre 13/6

08:00-20:50

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

sön 29/6

23:55-06:30

1 stop37h 35m

$1,627

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

mån 9/6

07:25-11:20

1 stop20h 55m

San Francisco

tors 26/6

13:35-05:45

1 stop23h 10m

$1,666

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

ons 11/6

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

tors 19/6

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,679

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

tors 14/8

10:55-13:22

2 stops43h 27m

San Jose

tis 26/8

12:30-08:15

2 stops26h 45m

$1,738

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

tis 16/9

11:55-13:22

1 stop18h 27m

San Francisco

mån 6/10

14:55-06:45

1 stop21h 50m

$1,747

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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 Airport to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 1 maj 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 1 maj 2025.

The most flights from MEL 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 1 maj 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

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 Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $636. Philippine Airlines flights start at $941 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,064 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $5,749, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,116. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,183 for that flight.

  • 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.

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

    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 Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $876). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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$962Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$980Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,047Average$2,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,083Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,087Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,156Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,182Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,197Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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