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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport from £460

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£881

One-way from

£460

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£880
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/6-5/8
  • Nonstop
  • 30h 10m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£170 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Melbourne
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 30 April 2025.

Tue 24/623:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/810:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£881
Wed 3/1211:05SFO - MEL
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Wed 10/1210:25MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 57mDelta
Deal found 29/4£884
Wed 24/922:35SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1014:30MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£945
Fri 24/1000:20SFO - MEL
1 stop42h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/1100:45MEL - SFO
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4£956
Wed 28/511:26SFO - MEL
1 stop26h 19mQantas Airways
Mon 16/609:45MEL - SFO
1 stop23h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4£1,028
Tue 11/1109:40SFO - MEL
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/1200:35MEL - SFO
1 stop26h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,165
Mon 26/517:49SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 06mFiji Airways
Thu 12/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 29/4£1,204
Sun 25/513:05SFO - MEL
2 stops47h 40mJapan Airlines
Wed 23/707:25MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 28/4£1,628
Sun 25/501:05SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Airlines
Wed 11/621:50MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 05mChina Airlines
Deal found 29/4£1,755
Tue 27/518:08SFO - MEL
3 stops30h 17mAir Tahiti Nui
Sat 31/513:55MEL - SFO
3 stops61h 04mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 29/4£1,796

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Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 24/6

23:20-08:15

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

10:55-08:10

Nonstop14h 15m

£881

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 24/9

22:35-15:05

2 stops23h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

14:30-13:25

1 stop16h 55m

£945

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 24/10

00:20-12:30

1 stop42h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

00:45-16:20

1 stop34h 35m

£956

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

11:26-06:45

1 stop26h 19m

Melbourne

Mon 16/6

09:45-15:48

1 stop23h 03m

£1,028

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 26/5

17:49-11:55

2 stops25h 06m

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

£1,204

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 4/10

11:30-10:35

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

00:35-07:50

1 stop26h 15m

£1,284

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 25/5

13:05-05:45

2 stops47h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

07:25-11:45

1 stop21h 20m

£1,628

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 25/5

01:05-10:40

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

21:50-19:55

1 stop39h 05m

£1,755

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 27/5

18:08-17:25

3 stops30h 17m

Melbourne

Sat 31/5

13:55-09:59

3 stops61h 04m

£1,796

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 23/9

00:20-08:10

2 stops38h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

14:25-13:35

2 stops41h 10m

£1,918

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 31 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 San Francisco to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 30 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Melbourne. 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MEL 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).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Melbourne. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at £881, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £956 and £1,028, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for 5% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £460. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport on time: Virgin Australia (68%), United Airlines (68%), SWISS (68%).

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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