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$406+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to San Francisco are usually found in October or November, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$891
(BestPriceTravel)

One-way from

$406
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$895

Good round-trip deal

$1,186 or less

Good one-way deal

$713 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco
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 November 18, 2025.

This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2712:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/307:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/18$846
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2212:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/307:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/17$889
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/412:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/117:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/18$891
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2712:10 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/287:50 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/15$894
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:20 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/911:35 amSFO - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,026
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/311:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 40mFiji Airways
Wed 1/710:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,066

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

11:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

10:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop41h 15m

$1,073

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 1/26

1:00 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

5:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,162

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/24

1:00 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

6:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 40m

$1,353

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 12/24

10:10 am-4:20 pm

1 stop25h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

5:45 am-8:00 am

2 stops31h 15m

$1,370

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 12/26

1:00 pm-8:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

10:59 pm-9:30 am

1 stop39h 31m

$1,408

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 12/25

11:30 am-12:26 am

1 stop31h 56m

San Francisco

Fri 1/2

10:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop39h 55m

$1,408

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 12/25

11:30 am-5:42 pm

1 stop25h 12m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

10:59 pm-9:30 am

1 stop39h 31m

$1,408

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 12/26

11:30 am-1:42 pm

1 stop21h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

11:05 pm-10:00 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,413

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 12/26

10:10 am-12:03 am

2 stops32h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:02 am-8:00 am

1 stop25h 58m

$1,415

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

1:55 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$406

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 November 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco (average of $600). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 November 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
941 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?

    Airlines like Vietnam Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in about 14h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7857 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($699), Fiji Airways ($699), and Qantas Airways ($711) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco. Virgin Australia is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco are Virgin Australia (77%), United Airlines (77%) and SWISS (77%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,284, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $441. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $810 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco 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 Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco (average of $600). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$699Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$699Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$711Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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