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$1,071+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 2/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MEL
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 (MEL). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,066
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,140
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($289 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:43 pmSMF - MEL
1 stop20h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/2812:00 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop27h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,112
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/111:56 amSMF - MEL
1 stop27h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/1412:00 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop18h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/299:46 amSMF - MEL
1 stop27h 14mDelta
Sun 1/1110:10 amMEL - SMF
1 stop18h 49mDelta
Deal found 10/28$1,281
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:43 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/2812:00 pmMEL - SMF
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/296:10 amSMF - MEL
2 stops32h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1112:10 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops44h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,358
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:23 amSMF - MEL
2 stops21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/146:00 pmMEL - SMF
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/92:26 pmSMF - MEL
2 stops47h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/168:10 amMEL - SMF
2 stops20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:45 amSMF - MEL
1 stop27h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1711:30 amMEL - SMF
1 stop17h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$1,414

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/13

1:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 2/23

4:05 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop26h 01m

$1,071

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

12:30 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

7:10 am-11:52 am

2 stops22h 42m

$1,216

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

11:10 am-7:00 am

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

9:10 am-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 21m

$1,229

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/21

1:49 pm-8:30 am

1 stop24h 41m

Melbourne

Wed 3/25

10:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop18h 04m

$1,270

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/29

9:46 am-8:00 am

1 stop27h 14m

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

10:10 am-9:59 am

1 stop18h 49m

$1,281

SacramentoMelbourne

SMF - MEL

SMFMEL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/29

6:10 am-9:30 am

2 stops32h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

12:10 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,358

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/27

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Melbourne

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 Sacramento to Melbourne in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Sacramento-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Melbourne Airport 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 Sacramento-Melbourne Airport 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 Sacramento to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport (average of $687). Flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $947). 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.

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 October 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Sacramento, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Sacramento Intl to Melbourne per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

    For as low as $1,071, American Airlines can have you in Melbourne Airport from Sacramento in 25h 30m. The distance between Sacramento and Melbourne Airport is about 7931 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($963), offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport. United Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport (average of $687). Flying from Sacramento to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $947). 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 airline flying from Sacramento to Melbourne

Discover the top airline 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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