How many flights depart from San Francisco to Melbourne on average per day?

4 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Melbourne as of November 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

United Airlines, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Melbourne on average per week?

As of November 2026, 28 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Alaska Airlines, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Melbourne

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?

As of November 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from 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.

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10:05 pm - 12:25 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 20m1 stop Nadi

1:55 pm - 12:40 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 45m1 stop Nadi

$954Fiji Airways

Fri, Feb 19 - Fri, Mar 5

9:50 pm - 12:45 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 55m1 stop Nadi

1:35 pm - 12:35 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

$963Fiji Airways

Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 7

12:54 pm - 9:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

25h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

1:45 pm - 9:27 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

26h 42m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

$971Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2

12:30 am - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

37h 00m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

1:30 pm - 1:40 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 10m1 stop Nadi

$982Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 30

3:27 pm - 9:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

23h 03m1 stop Los Angeles

6:45 am - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,147Qantas Airways

Sat, Dec 26 - Tue, Feb 2

7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

20h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

8:15 am - 11:05 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,217Air New Zealand

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 10

7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

20h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

8:15 am - 11:05 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,219Air New Zealand

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 10

11:35 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mnonstop

12:45 pm - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 25mnonstop

$1,388United Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1

7:55 pm - 9:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

18h 35m1 stop Los Angeles

12:45 pm - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 25mnonstop

$1,388United Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 8

6:08 pm - 9:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

20h 22m1 stop Los Angeles

10:45 pm - 10:43 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

18h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,435Qantas Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Fri, Feb 26

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10:40 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

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9:20 am - 7:45 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

29h 25m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,097Philippine Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

10:40 pm - 7:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

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9:20 am - 7:45 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

29h 25m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,097Philippine Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

7:50 pm - 1:45 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

22h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

7:10 am - 6:25 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

18h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,387Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23

11:05 pm - 12:40 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

18h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

8:10 pm - 9:46 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

44h 36m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,428Air New Zealand

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

9:50 pm - 12:25 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 35m1 stop Nadi

1:45 pm - 12:35 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 50m1 stop Nadi

$1,505Fiji Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25

9:50 pm - 12:25 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 35m1 stop Nadi

1:55 pm - 12:25 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m1 stop Nadi

$1,518Fiji Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

11:35 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mnonstop

12:45 pm - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 25mnonstop

$1,789United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 25

11:35 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mnonstop

12:45 pm - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 25mnonstop

$1,789United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Dec 8

6:28 pm - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

18h 32m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 8:58 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 48m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,799Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 25

9:54 am - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

27h 06m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 3:40 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

24h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,799Delta

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Dec 2

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Feb 19

SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco

19h 20m

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MEL12:25 pmMelbourne

Mar 5

MEL1:55 pmMelbourne

17h 45m

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SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$954

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SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 55m

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MEL12:45 pmMelbourne

Feb 12

MEL1:55 pmMelbourne

17h 45m

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SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$963

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Jan 30

SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 30m

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MEL12:20 pmMelbourne

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MEL1:55 pmMelbourne

17h 45m

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SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

$965

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Apr 25

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

37h 50m

1 stop

MEL7:20 amMelbourne

May 12

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

29h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,034

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Apr 25

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

37h 50m

1 stop

MEL7:20 amMelbourne

May 14

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

29h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,064

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Nov 10

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

37h 50m

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MEL7:30 amMelbourne

Nov 17

MEL9:20 amMelbourne

29h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:45 pmSan Francisco

$1,097

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6:08 pm-9:30 am

1 stop20h 22m

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Fri 2/26

10:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$1,435

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,060 to $1,637.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $954.

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 $1,037. The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,163.

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 Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,439. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Thursday is $1,808.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Melbourne flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $1,350 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 $1,219 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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Best Price Found	$484
Fastest flight time	15h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Melbourne	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $484. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $954.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 15h 55m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne every day.

There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL).

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How far is San Francisco to Melbourne by plane?
There are 7860.4 mi between San Francisco and Melbourne. Typically, this will take 15h 55m 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?
As of November 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from 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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,698 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $706	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 262 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,035	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,122 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,071	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,461 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,083	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 682 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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