$486+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
Oct 6 — Oct 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to MelbourneExplore 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 September 6, 2026.
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 September 6, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/211:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 10/92:30 pm -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$694
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/211:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Sat 12/121:35 pm -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$695
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sat 11/219:50 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Sun 12/61:55 pm -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 9/1![Fiji Airways logo]()
$826
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 9/2511:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$850
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/201:25 pm -
1 stop23h 20m
Tue 10/271:45 pm -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$907
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/309:00 am -
2 stops34h 00m
Wed 10/72:25 pm -
3 stops35h 48m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$908
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/266:04 am -
3 stops37h 01m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
2 stops24h 57m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$909
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/207:25 pm -
1 stop41h 20m
Tue 11/101:45 pm -
2 stops25h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$911
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Thu 10/299:14 am -
1 stop30h 16m
Wed 11/181:45 pm -
2 stops25h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$916
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/207:25 pm -
1 stop41h 20m
Thu 11/121:35 pm -
2 stops39h 36m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$934
Best flights from San Francisco to MelbourneDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 2/1311:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Sun 2/2112:10 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,416
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 10/256:38 pm -
1 stop18h 22m
Mon 11/910:10 am -
1 stop30h 13m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$1,455
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 12/266:03 pm -
1 stop20h 27m
Wed 1/2710:45 pm -
1 stop18h 04m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 2/1111:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Sun 2/2112:10 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Deal found 9/5![United Airlines logo]()
$1,417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 12/265:15 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 1/2710:10 am -
1 stop19h 54m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$1,528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 11/411:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Thu 11/1912:45 pm -
Nonstop14h 25m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,500
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/2611:35 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Sun 11/2212:45 pm -
Nonstop14h 25m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,500
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sat 12/269:22 pm -
1 stop41h 08m
Wed 1/2711:30 am -
1 stop20h 45m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,597
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/1911:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Mon 10/2611:45 am -
Nonstop14h 25m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,600
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/1811:20 pm -
Nonstop15h 55m
Sun 10/2511:45 am -
Nonstop14h 25m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,646
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to MelbourneDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 9/2511:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$850
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/266:04 am -
3 stops37h 01m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
2 stops24h 57m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$909
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/309:00 am -
2 stops34h 00m
Wed 10/72:25 pm -
3 stops35h 48m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$908
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/211:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 10/92:30 pm -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$694
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/211:25 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Sat 12/121:35 pm -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Fiji Airways logo]()
$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/201:25 pm -
1 stop23h 20m
Tue 10/271:45 pm -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$907
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/207:25 pm -
1 stop41h 20m
Tue 11/101:45 pm -
2 stops25h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$911
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/207:25 pm -
1 stop41h 20m
Thu 11/121:35 pm -
2 stops39h 36m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$934
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/268:58 am -
1 stop30h 32m
Wed 11/181:45 pm -
2 stops25h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$935
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Thu 10/299:14 am -
1 stop30h 16m
Wed 11/181:45 pm -
2 stops25h 47m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$916
One-way flights from San Francisco to MelbourneSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 3/110:40 pm -
1 stop37h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$486
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 12/71:14 pm -
1 stop25h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Thu 10/299:14 am -
1 stop30h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$490
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 2/2810:40 pm -
1 stop37h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$492
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/169:14 am -
1 stop29h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$494
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Thu 10/228:58 am -
1 stop27h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$495
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/29:14 am -
1 stop29h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$496
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sat 10/318:47 am -
1 stop30h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$501
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 11/39:43 am -
1 stop28h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$502
Find 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 (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 September 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $694 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $486 (SmartFares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,388 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,387 or less |
Good one-way deal | $804 or less |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 2/10
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sun 2/7
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Mon 2/8
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Wed 2/24
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Tue 11/3
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Tue 2/9
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Mon 10/26
11:35 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$805
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
11:35 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$870
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Thu 10/29
11:35 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$870
San FranciscoMelbourne
SFO San Francisco - MEL Melbourne
SFOMEL
San Francisco
Sat 2/13
11:35 pm-10:30 am
Nonstop15h 55m
Melbourne
Sun 2/21
12:10 pm-6:30 am
1 stop37h 20m
$1,416
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Melbourne in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | 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 Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Melbourne Airport 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 San Francisco-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 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 Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,089). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,810). 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 September 6, 2026.
When flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Nadi (NAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 73% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Hong Kong (HKG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $560.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 30m.
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 September 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, such as Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$117 | Average$809 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$706 | Average$906 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$972 | Average$1,376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$1,035 | Average$1,324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$1,078 | Average$1,548 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |