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$366+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Melbourne are usually found in February or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$941
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$437
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,175
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Tue 6/2412:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$941
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/511:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 10/229:00 amMEL - SFO
1 stop29h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/30$951
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/110:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/229:10 amMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$999
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2410:55 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/612:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,004
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:20 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/107:25 amMEL - SFO
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$1,094
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/226:41 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops24h 39mAir Canada
Sat 7/197:40 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops31h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,138
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Thu 5/1512:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 6/109:30 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops37h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$1,144
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:54 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop41h 51mQantas Airways
Sat 8/239:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop37h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,148
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2511:20 pmSFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/910:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:05 amSFO - MEL
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Wed 12/1010:25 amMEL - SFO
2 stops24h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,186
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1210:55 pmSFO - AVV
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/226:00 amAVV - SFO
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/269:10 amSFO - MEL
1 stop28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/236:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops21h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,246

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

10:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 6/24

12:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$941

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

11:55 pm-7:30 am

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

9:00 am-8:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$951

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 7/22

9:10 am-12:50 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$999

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

10:55 pm-12:55 am

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

12:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,004

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

12:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

7:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,094

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 6/22

6:41 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops24h 39m

Melbourne

Sat 7/19

7:40 pm-10:33 am

2 stops31h 53m

$1,138

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

12:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

9:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$1,144

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

7:54 pm-6:45 am

1 stop41h 51m

Melbourne

Sat 8/23

9:00 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$1,148

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

11:20 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 7/9

10:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,182

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

11:20 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 7/22

10:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,245

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 SFO to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Melbourne at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to ME1 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 Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Airlines, ANA and Fiji Airways from San Francisco to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,408 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. On average, San Francisco has 4 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Fiji Airways, at $941, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Philippine Airlines and Air New Zealand. Users have found that Fiji Airways is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $576 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippine Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $577 and $665, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne are Virgin Australia (68%), United Airlines (68%) and SWISS (68%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $701. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Melbourne) can be booked for $889 on average our data indicates $3,114 when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Melbourne that have layovers, most of them stop in Nadi.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Melbourne flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Melbourne layover in Auckland least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$699Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$883Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$907Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$924Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$1,253Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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