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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Melbourne from $1,169

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 5/22. 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 (ME1). 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 April 25, 2024.

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Average price

$1,412

Round-trip from

$1,083
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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?

Travelers have found that booking a Friday departure is the best way to save up to 86% 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?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 27 days in advance to save up to 106% 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 27 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 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,891, or $2,539 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

November can be a great time to fly to Melbourne from Sacramento with a flight ticket averaging about $1,587. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $839. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne (SMF - MEL)?

When flying from Sacramento to Melbourne, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Sacramento to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Sacramento and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,073,952 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights traveling from Sacramento to Melbourne. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sun 9/222:25 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops27h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/55:55 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops56h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$1,731
Sat 8/172:30 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops26h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/2112:10 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops26h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/23$2,112
Sat 8/172:30 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops32h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/218:45 amMEL - SMF
2 stops30h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$2,113
Fri 5/2410:00 amSMF - MEL
1 stop28h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/278:45 amMEL - SMF
2 stops32h 26mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$2,136

Cheap United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Sacramento and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,073,952 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 5/225:45 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/299:30 amMEL - SMF
2 stops22h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,257
Sun 9/2210:45 amSMF - MEL
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/510:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,759
Fri 5/2410:19 amSMF - MEL
1 stop28h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2810:55 amMEL - SMF
1 stop20h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$2,754

Cheap Sacramento to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,073,952 searches. Prices were last updated on April 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Sacramento to Melbourne in April and May 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/229:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/293:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,169
Wed 5/229:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/263:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,197
Wed 5/225:45 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/299:30 amMEL - SMF
2 stops22h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,257
Fri 5/249:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/293:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,342
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - AVV
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/278:50 pmAVV - SMF
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,376
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/279:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,405
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - AVV
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/298:50 pmAVV - SMF
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,426
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/299:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,467
Fri 5/244:00 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/288:55 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,490

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 3,073,952 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Sacramento to Melbourne in April and May 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/229:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/293:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,169
Wed 5/229:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/263:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,197
Wed 5/225:45 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/299:30 amMEL - SMF
2 stops22h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,257
Fri 5/249:20 amSMF - MEL
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/293:45 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,342
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - AVV
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/278:50 pmAVV - SMF
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,376
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/279:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,405
Fri 11/17:50 amSMF - MEL
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/175:30 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,422
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - AVV
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/298:50 pmAVV - SMF
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,426
Thu 5/234:00 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/299:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,467

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 3,073,952 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.

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$1,169 - $2,701

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Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops57h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 5/29

1 stop22h 45m

$1,169

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops57h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 5/26

1 stop22h 45m

$1,197

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops20h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 5/29

2 stops22h 11m

$1,257

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/24

2 stops40h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 5/29

1 stop22h 45m

$1,342

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/22

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

2 stops56h 24m

$1,731

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/1

2 stops25h 26m

Melbourne

Mon 6/24

1 stop27h 31m

$1,973

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/22

2 stops27h 11m

Melbourne

Sun 5/26

2 stops39h 09m

$1,986

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/22

3 stops40h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

2 stops36h 18m

$1,995

Sacramento IntlMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/22

1 stop30h 09m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

1 stop20h 55m

$2,701

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Melbourne 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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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Sacramento to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sacramento to Melbourne is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,706. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne (average of $1,083). Flying from Sacramento to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,832). 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.

January

$1,529

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,503

June

$1,571

July

$1,832

August

$1,467

September

$1,490

October

$1,562

November

$1,489

December

$1,701

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

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 April 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Qantas Airways from Sacramento to Melbourne to help guide your decision. 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
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,479 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
251 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,688 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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?

    Most people fly from Sacramento Intl (SMF) if they book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne. On average, Sacramento Intl has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. Sacramento Intl is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Sacramento’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Melbourne for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Melbourne for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,169, but on average you can expect to pay $1,501.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $1,257. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,731 and $1,973, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    When booking a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne, you may want to consider flying on Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

  • 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. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • 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 flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/24.

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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 3,073,952 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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