$611+ 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 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SFO
Sep 26 — Oct 31
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 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 August 27, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 10/271:45 pm -
2 stops24h 47m
Thu 11/59:14 am -
2 stops32h 06m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$863
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/52:20 pm -
2 stops25h 07m
Mon 10/192:17 pm -
3 stops29h 08m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Mon 11/21:35 pm -
2 stops22h 46m
Sat 11/142:02 pm -
2 stops27h 18m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Mon 9/286:30 am -
2 stops34h 29m
Tue 9/2911:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$947
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Fri 10/162:20 pm -
2 stops24h 18m
Sun 11/89:14 am -
2 stops32h 31m
Deal found 8/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$967
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Wed 11/111:45 pm -
2 stops22h 36m
Tue 11/249:59 am -
2 stops31h 21m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$975
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 11/201:55 pm -
1 stop17h 30m
Sun 11/2910:05 pm -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 8/26![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,004
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/212:25 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Wed 10/2811:05 pm -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 8/26![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,005
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 10/212:25 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Fri 10/3011:05 pm -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 8/23![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,006
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/149:00 pm -
2 stops43h 52m
Wed 10/217:48 pm -
2 stops42h 12m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,008
Best flights from Melbourne to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 27, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 27, 2026.
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/182:20 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Wed 10/287:52 pm -
2 stops22h 33m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Sun 10/1810:30 am -
1 stop27h 58m
Wed 10/2811:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,279
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:30 am -
1 stop31h 40m
Sun 10/1112:30 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 8/26![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$1,345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/2310:00 am -
2 stops23h 24m
Wed 9/309:55 am -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 8/23![Delta logo]()
$1,770
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Fri 9/189:30 am -
1 stop29h 17m
Sat 9/2611:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,315
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/68:00 am -
1 stop30h 10m
Wed 9/3012:30 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 8/25![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$1,378
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/112:20 pm -
2 stops34h 22m
Fri 9/188:20 am -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Thu 10/1511:55 am -
Nonstop14h 15m
Wed 10/2811:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,550
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/192:05 pm -
2 stops23h 18m
Fri 10/97:35 am -
2 stops30h 25m
Deal found 8/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/239:30 am -
1 stop27h 47m
Wed 9/3011:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,745
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/169:30 am -
1 stop29h 17m
Sat 10/2411:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,776
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Tue 11/38:00 am -
1 stop17h 25m
Sat 11/2111:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,834
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco. Data last updated August 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to San Francisco. Data last updated August 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/269:00 pm -
2 stops40h 23m
Sat 9/58:20 am -
2 stops22h 15m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,167
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:55 pm -
1 stop35h 00m
Tue 9/1510:05 pm -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,087
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/99:00 pm -
2 stops40h 23m
Sat 9/128:20 am -
2 stops22h 15m
Deal found 8/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,064
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Wed 9/99:30 am -
1 stop19h 09m
Tue 9/1512:30 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,233
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/118:00 am -
1 stop30h 10m
Wed 9/2312:30 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 8/22![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$1,234
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:00 am -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 9/2912:30 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 8/23![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$1,117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sat 9/266:30 am -
1 stop31h 40m
Tue 9/2912:30 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 8/26![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$1,156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Mon 9/286:30 am -
2 stops34h 29m
Tue 9/2911:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$947
One-way flights from Melbourne to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Melbourne to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 27, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 27, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/268:00 am -
2 stops24h 51m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$611
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/267:10 am -
2 stops22h 22m
Deal found 8/24![Air Canada logo]()
$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Wed 10/211:00 pm -
1 stop38h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$631
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/79:20 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$635
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Mon 2/89:20 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$639
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Tue 11/245:55 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$643
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Mon 10/191:00 pm -
1 stop38h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$645
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Wed 10/281:10 pm -
1 stop37h 40m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/49:20 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Tue 1/2610:00 am -
2 stops27h 45m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$654
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Tue 11/311:55 pm -
3 stops39h 37m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$655
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Tue 1/125:55 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$656
Find 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 August 27, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $863 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $611 (Expedia) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,030 |
Good round-trip deal | $970 or less |
Good one-way deal | $620 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Sun 10/18
2:20 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop17h 20m
San Francisco
Wed 10/28
7:52 pm-12:25 pm
2 stops22h 33m
$1,158
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Sun 10/18
10:30 am-8:28 pm
1 stop27h 58m
San Francisco
Wed 10/28
11:35 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$1,279
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 9/18
9:30 am-9:47 pm
1 stop29h 17m
San Francisco
Sat 9/26
11:20 pm-8:15 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$1,315
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Tue 9/15
6:30 am-9:10 pm
1 stop31h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
12:30 am-7:30 am
1 stop37h 00m
$1,345
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Sun 9/6
8:00 am-9:10 pm
1 stop30h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
12:30 am-5:00 am
1 stop35h 30m
$1,378
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 9/11
2:20 pm-7:42 am
2 stops34h 22m
San Francisco
Fri 9/18
8:20 am-10:35 am
2 stops33h 15m
$1,494
Quickest round-trip
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Thu 10/15
11:55 am-8:10 am
Nonstop14h 15m
San Francisco
Wed 10/28
11:35 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$1,550
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Sat 9/19
2:05 pm-8:23 pm
2 stops23h 18m
San Francisco
Fri 10/9
7:35 am-8:00 am
2 stops30h 25m
$1,570
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Wed 9/23
9:30 am-8:17 pm
1 stop27h 47m
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
11:20 pm-8:15 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$1,745
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL Melbourne - SFO San Francisco
MELSFO
Melbourne
Wed 9/23
10:00 am-4:24 pm
2 stops23h 24m
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
9:55 am-7:50 am
2 stops28h 55m
$1,770
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 33 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 $810). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,177). 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 August 27, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco as you normally would.
How often are flights from Melbourne to San Francisco delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Melbourne and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 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?
Monday 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 15% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Sydney (SYD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Sydney (SYD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $791.
What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 38m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 47m.
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 August 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andUnited Airlines 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.
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ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Overall
8.0
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7.5
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8.0
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8.5
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8.1
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ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
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8.0
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
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ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
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ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$501 | Average$911 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
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