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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco from $533

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco.
12:55 - 13:50MEL-SFO
17h 55m1 stop
22:45 - 11:30SFO-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
$986Fiji Airways
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Thu, 1 May - Tue, 20 May
13:25 - 13:50MEL-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
23:25 - 22:35SFO-MEL
30h 10m1 stop
$1,005Fiji Airways
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Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
12:55 - 13:50MEL-SFO
17h 55m1 stop
22:45 - 11:30SFO-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
$1,040Fiji Airways
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Sat, 24 May - Tue, 3 Jun
10:55 - 08:05MEL-SFO
14h 10mdirect
23:20 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,135United Airlines
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Thu, 1 May - Tue, 20 May
10:55 - 08:05MEL-SFO
14h 10mdirect
23:20 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,142United Airlines
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Thu, 1 May - Tue, 1 Jul
16:15 - 17:45MEL-SFO
18h 30m1 stop
22:00 - 09:20SFO-MEL
18h 20m1 stop
$1,194Qantas Airways
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Sun, 1 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
21:00 - 17:45MEL-SFO
37h 45m1 stop
22:00 - 11:05SFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
$1,345Qantas Airways
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Sat, 23 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
10:55 - 08:05MEL-SFO
14h 10mdirect
23:35 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 40mdirect
$1,498Virgin Australia
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Mon, 12 May - Tue, 9 Sep
10:55 - 08:05MEL-SFO
14h 10mdirect
22:50 - 07:30SFO-MEL
39h 40m1 stop
$1,562Virgin Australia
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Mon, 12 May - Tue, 9 Sep
08:35 - 12:50MEL-SFO
21h 15m1 stop
22:05 - 10:50SFO-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
$1,720Air New Zealand
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Mon, 14 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul

Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Fiji Airways
1 May
MEL12:55Melbourne
17h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
20 May
SFO22:45San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
MEL11:30Melbourne
Fiji Airways
17 Sept
MEL13:25Melbourne
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
1 Oct
SFO23:25San Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
MEL22:35Melbourne
Fiji Airways
24 May
MEL12:55Melbourne
17h 55m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
3 June
SFO22:45San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
MEL11:30Melbourne

United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
1 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
14h 10m
SFO08:05San Francisco
20 May
SFO23:20San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL08:15Melbourne
United Airlines
1 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
14h 10m
SFO08:05San Francisco
1 July
SFO23:20San Francisco
15h 55m
MEL08:15Melbourne
United Airlines
1 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
14h 10m
SFO08:05San Francisco
20 May
SFO22:59San Francisco
39h 31m
1 stop
MEL07:30Melbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport during May instead. Flights to San Francisco in May, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $1,460.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $2,274. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco for around $2,502.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $1,417. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,567 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,657 when searching 22 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,432 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to San Francisco (MEL to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$533

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

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Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $533. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $986.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco takes 14h 10m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is Melbourne to San Francisco by plane?

    The distance between Melbourne and San Francisco is about 12651.5 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco?


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco with momondo
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Rating
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $987Free cancellationRating
8.0
182 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,047Free cancellationRating
7.4
92 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,058Free cancellationRating
7.9
456 reviews
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Vietnam AirlinesPriceFrom $1,099Free cancellationRating
7.6
192 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,110Free cancellationRating
7.5
811 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,146Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,603 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $1,199Free cancellationRating
7.2
842 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,214Free cancellationRating
6.7
6,952 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,225Free cancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,272Free cancellationRating
7.0
8,973 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

    The lowest priced Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne Airport to San Francisco from the last 72 hours was $866. Generally, Virgin Australia has 4 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,389. Virgin Australia is rated 7.5/10 by our users.

  • United Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to San Francisco

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Melbourne Airport to San Francisco start from as low as $723 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $1,154. United Airlines operates 4 flights to San Francisco from Melbourne Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,603 reviews.


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Can I find flights from Melbourne to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Melbourne to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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