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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Melbourne from $413

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Air New Zealand Logo
7:50 pm - 9:25 amSFO-MEL
18h 35m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
10:35 am - 5:11 pmMEL-SFO
25h 36m2 stops
$948Air New Zealand
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 9
Fiji Airways Logo
11:25 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-MEL
19h 35m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
2:30 pm - 1:25 pmMEL-SFO
16h 55m1 stop
$949Fiji Airways
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Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 17
Logo
3:28 pm - 9:25 amSFO-MEL
22h 57m2 stops
Logo
8:35 am - 11:05 amMEL-SFO
21h 30m1 stop
$953
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Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
Logo
11:55 pm - 12:05 amSFO-MEL
30h 10m1 stop
Logo
1:55 pm - 8:35 pmMEL-SFO
24h 40m2 stops
$954
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Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 4:10 amSFO-MEL
34h 40m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 7:30 pmMEL-SFO
28h 10m1 stop
$962Philippine Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 9
Air New Zealand Logo
10:50 am - 10:50 amSFO-MEL
30h 00m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:35 am - 12:05 pmMEL-SFO
21h 30m1 stop
$966Air New Zealand
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
Fiji Airways Logo
11:25 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-MEL
20h 00m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
2:30 pm - 1:25 pmMEL-SFO
16h 55m1 stop
$967Fiji Airways
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Sun, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 19
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 4:10 amSFO-MEL
34h 15m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 8:30 pmMEL-SFO
32h 35m1 stop
$972Philippine Airlines
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 1
Qantas Airways Logo
3:30 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-AVV
29h 20m2 stops
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6:00 am - 3:55 pmAVV-SFO
28h 55m1 stop
$1,483Qantas Airways
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 9
Qantas Airways Logo
3:30 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-AVV
29h 20m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 am - 10:04 amAVV-SFO
23h 04m2 stops
$1,498Qantas Airways
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 9

Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

Our best Fiji Airways deals on San Francisco to Melbourne flight tickets
Fiji Airways
Oct 10
SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco
19h 35m
1 stop
MEL1:00 pmMelbourne
Oct 17
MEL2:30 pmMelbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
$949
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Fiji Airways
Oct 12
SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
MEL1:25 pmMelbourne
Oct 19
MEL2:30 pmMelbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
$967
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Fiji Airways
Oct 12
SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
MEL1:25 pmMelbourne
Oct 19
MEL2:30 pmMelbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
$968
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Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Air New Zealand
Nov 26
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL9:25 amMelbourne
Dec 9
MEL10:35 amMelbourne
25h 36m
2 stops
SFO5:11 pmSan Francisco
$948
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Air New Zealand
Oct 22
SFO10:50 amSan Francisco
30h 00m
2 stops
MEL10:50 amMelbourne
Oct 29
MEL8:35 amMelbourne
21h 30m
1 stop
SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco
$966
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Air New Zealand
Dec 3
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
25h 00m
2 stops
MEL9:25 amMelbourne
Dec 17
MEL9:05 amMelbourne
21h 00m
2 stops
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$969
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2025.
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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

7:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop18h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 12/9

10:35 am-5:11 pm

2 stops25h 36m

$948

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

11:25 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 10/17

2:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$949

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

3:28 pm-9:25 am

2 stops22h 57m

Melbourne

Wed 11/26

8:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop21h 30m

$953

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

11:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

1:55 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$954

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

11:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop34h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 11/9

10:20 am-7:30 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$962

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

10:50 am-10:50 am

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

8:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$966

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

11:25 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 10/19

2:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$967

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

11:55 pm-4:10 am

1 stop34h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

5:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$972

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$1,483

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - AVV

SFOAVV

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-10:04 am

2 stops23h 04m

$1,498

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $939. The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,043.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne from San Francisco is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,352. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Wednesday is $1,548.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is at noon. Flights from San Francisco to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,356. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,567. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Melbourne flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,246 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from San Francisco for as low as $1,139 on momondo.

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

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

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Melbourne

Fastest flight time

15h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 15h 40m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne every day.
There is 1 airport near Melbourne: Melbourne (MEL)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Melbourne by plane?

    There are 7860.3 mi between San Francisco and Melbourne. Typically, this will take 18h 30m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

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

    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 San Francisco Airport to Melbourne.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $713Free CancellationRating
8.0
205 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $794Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $850Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $940Free CancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $947Free CancellationRating
8.0
505 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $996Free CancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Finding the right flight to Melbourne from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Melbourne quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

Yes. All flights to Melbourne from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and Melbourne by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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