Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area from $665

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,277

One-way from

$665

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,675
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 29/7-12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 00m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
15/10
  • 15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 40m total
  • Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($249 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 18 July 2025.

Tue 29/708:35MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/822:05SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/7$1,277
Mon 4/820:30MEL - SFO
2 stops31h 03mAir Canada
Sun 31/816:35SFO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 17/7$1,282
Sun 19/1011:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Thu 23/1022:50SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,377
Fri 29/813:30MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Wed 17/922:35SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,413
Fri 5/908:00MEL - SFO
1 stop29h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 12/1023:55SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,456
Mon 28/721:20MEL - SFO
2 stops31h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/818:41SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,489
Sun 19/1006:00AVV - SFO
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1007:10SFO - AVV
2 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,630
Sun 31/809:45MEL - SJC
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/912:10SJC - MEL
2 stops54h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,930
Mon 1/1213:00MEL - SJC
2 stops43h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/109:00SJC - MEL
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,010
Sun 31/815:05MEL - SJC
1 stop23h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/908:00SJC - MEL
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/7$2,326
Mon 1/905:55MEL - SJC
3 stops57h 48mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/913:00SJC - MEL
2 stops46h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,439
Sun 19/1023:45MEL - OAK
2 stops42h 18mQatar Airways
Thu 23/1006:40OAK - MEL
2 stops41h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/7$3,136

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Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

08:35-12:50

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

$1,277

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

20:30-10:33

2 stops31h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

16:35-12:20

2 stops26h 45m

$1,282

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

11:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

22:50-09:25

1 stop40h 35m

$1,377

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

$1,413

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

08:00-20:50

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 12/10

23:55-07:30

1 stop37h 35m

$1,456

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 28/7

21:20-12:14

2 stops31h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

18:41-11:05

2 stops23h 24m

$1,489

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

00:35-07:50

1 stop26h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

09:40-08:15

1 stop27h 35m

$1,618

MelbourneSan Francisco

AVV - SFO

AVVSFO

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 19/10

06:00-10:28

2 stops22h 28m

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

07:10-22:50

2 stops45h 40m

$1,630

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

09:45-14:15

1 stop21h 30m

San Jose

Sun 7/9

12:10-11:45

2 stops54h 35m

$1,930

MelbourneSan Jose

MEL - SJC

MELSJC

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

13:00-13:32

2 stops43h 32m

San Jose

Fri 2/1

09:00-09:30

2 stops29h 30m

$2,010

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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 18 July 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 18 July 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).

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 18 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines, andSingapore Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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.

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

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 Vietnam Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $794. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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  • 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 (90%), United Airlines (90%) and SWISS (90%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to San Francisco Bay Area is $765. On average you can expect to pay $5,417. The most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $1,288.

  • 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.

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    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$957Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$990Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,065Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,077Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,187Average$1,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,189Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,310Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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