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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Melbourne (MEL) from $1,336

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,471

Round-trip from

$1,073
High demand for flights, 35% potential price rise
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From Sacramento Intl to Melbourne
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found that booking a Friday departure is the best way to save up to 79% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 11 days in advance to save up to 33% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 11 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $927, or $1,234 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

March can be a great time to fly to Melbourne Airport from Sacramento with a flight ticket averaging about $1,310. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $791. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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

When flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Sacramento to Melbourne flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Melbourne specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 7/111:00 amSMF - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/3110:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop19h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,471
Fri 6/216:31 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops35h 04mFiji Airways
Fri 7/121:45 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops21h 06mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,965
Fri 6/2110:19 amSMF - MEL
2 stops31h 31mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/129:30 amMEL - SMF
1 stop29h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/4$2,052
Mon 7/16:31 pmSMF - MEL
3 stops27h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/316:15 amMEL - SMF
2 stops28h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,316
Fri 6/216:31 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops35h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1211:55 pmMEL - SMF
3 stops35h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,353
Fri 6/2110:00 amSMF - MEL
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1211:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,403
Fri 6/2112:55 pmSMF - MEL
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1211:55 pmMEL - SMF
3 stops35h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,431
Mon 7/111:37 amSMF - MEL
1 stop25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/3111:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,954
Mon 7/16:31 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/302:25 amMEL - SMF
3 stops58h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,615

Sacramento to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Sacramento to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 8/197:50 amSMF - MEL
2 stops34h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 10/1712:10 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$1,336
Fri 11/17:05 amSMF - MEL
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/176:15 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,376
Mon 7/111:00 amSMF - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/3110:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop19h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,471
Fri 11/14:00 pmSMF - MEL
1 stop22h 30mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/176:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops47h 03mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$1,495
Mon 8/197:50 amSMF - MEL
1 stop30h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 10/1712:10 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$1,584
Mon 8/194:07 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops37h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1612:45 amMEL - SMF
2 stops36h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,612
Fri 11/14:00 pmSMF - MEL
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/171:00 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,766
Fri 11/18:55 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops38h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/1612:35 amMEL - SMF
2 stops30h 03mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,890
Mon 8/197:50 amSMF - MEL
3 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/1612:35 amMEL - SMF
2 stops31h 26mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,900

Find flights from Sacramento to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$1,336 - $2,041

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Return

Price

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/19

2 stops34h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 10/17

2 stops27h 50m

$1,336

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/1

2 stops22h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 11/17

2 stops22h 50m

$1,376

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 7/31

1 stop19h 56m

$1,471

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/1

1 stop22h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 11/17

2 stops47h 03m

$1,495

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop30h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 10/17

2 stops27h 50m

$1,584

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/19

2 stops37h 08m

Melbourne

Wed 10/16

2 stops36h 47m

$1,612

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/1

2 stops38h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 11/16

2 stops30h 03m

$1,890

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/21

2 stops35h 04m

Melbourne

Fri 7/12

2 stops21h 06m

$1,965

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop21h 38m

Melbourne

Thu 10/17

1 stop25h 37m

$2,041

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Deals found on 6/5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Melbourne, such as Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,418 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
243 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Sacramento, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Sacramento Intl to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,336, but on average you can expect to pay $1,897.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($1,336), United Airlines ($1,471), and Singapore Airlines ($1,890) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport. Air New Zealand is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does SMF to MEL mean?

    Sacramento Intl Airport is SMF and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sacramento to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,073). Flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Melbourne. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,286Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,357Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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