$354+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco (SFO)
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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Find flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 January 27, 2026.
Round-trip from | $774 (Aunt Betty) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $354 (oojo) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,057 |
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Price
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Wed 2/18
1:45 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop17h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 2/22
10:05 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop19h 40m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Wed 2/11
10:10 am-5:38 pm
2 stops26h 28m
San Francisco
Wed 2/18
9:55 am-8:00 am
2 stops27h 05m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 3/13
12:00 pm-8:25 am
Nonstop14h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 3/25
6:56 pm-8:30 am
1 stop19h 34m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Thu 3/12
12:00 pm-8:25 am
Nonstop14h 25m
San Francisco
Thu 3/19
9:10 am-8:30 am
1 stop29h 20m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Thu 2/12
1:00 pm-8:25 am
Nonstop14h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 2/20
1:25 pm-9:30 am
1 stop25h 05m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 2/6
1:00 pm-8:25 am
Nonstop14h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 2/13
10:35 am-9:30 am
1 stop27h 55m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 3/13
9:10 am-4:10 pm
2 stops25h 00m
San Francisco
Fri 3/20
9:46 am-7:00 am
2 stops27h 14m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Thu 6/11
1:30 pm-4:34 pm
2 stops20h 04m
San Francisco
Sun 6/28
11:25 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop20h 00m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 5/22
5:25 pm-7:25 am
2 stops31h 00m
San Francisco
Fri 5/29
8:15 am-11:35 pm
2 stops22h 20m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Mon 2/23
8:00 am-12:15 am
2 stops35h 15m
San Francisco
Mon 3/2
4:15 pm-9:30 am
1 stop22h 15m
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco (average of $585). Flying from Melbourne to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $802). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 27, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to San Francisco as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to San Francisco. 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 January 27, 2026.
The most flights from ME1 to SFO 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).
How often are flights from Melbourne to San Francisco delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between Melbourne and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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CNS - NAN
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CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to San Francisco
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to San Francisco. 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 January 27, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$397 | Average$907 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$672 | Average$1,188 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$698 | Average$1,490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$896 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |