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7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
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10:35 am - 11:05 amMEL-SFO
19h 30m1 stop
$961Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 16
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7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
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6:55 pm - 11:05 amMEL-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$966Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15
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10:05 pm - 12:45 pmSFO-MEL
19h 40m1 stop
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1:55 pm - 1:25 pmMEL-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$967Fiji Airways
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 15
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10:05 pm - 12:45 pmSFO-MEL
19h 40m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 1:25 pmMEL-SFO
16h 55m1 stop
$968Fiji Airways
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Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Apr 12
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7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
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12:10 pm - 9:33 pmMEL-SFO
28h 23m2 stops
$971Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 23
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 3:35 pmSFO-MEL
33h 15m2 stops
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7:10 am - 12:20 pmMEL-SFO
23h 10m2 stops
$976Air Canada
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Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 14
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6:52 pm - 3:15 pmSFO-MEL
25h 23m2 stops
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7:10 am - 12:20 pmMEL-SFO
23h 10m2 stops
$989Air Canada
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Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 14
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8:15 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-MEL
20h 50m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 3:55 pmMEL-SFO
21h 25m1 stop
$1,023Qantas Airways
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
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8:15 pm - 10:05 amSFO-MEL
18h 50m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 3:55 pmMEL-SFO
17h 50m1 stop
$1,024Qantas Airways
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
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8:15 pm - 9:35 amSFO-MEL
18h 20m1 stop
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8:00 am - 11:04 amMEL-SFO
21h 04m2 stops
$1,067American Airlines
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Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Air New Zealand
Dec 7
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
MEL10:55 amMelbourne
Dec 16
MEL10:35 amMelbourne
19h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$961
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Air New Zealand
Dec 7
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
MEL10:55 amMelbourne
Dec 15
MEL6:55 pmMelbourne
35h 10m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$966
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Air New Zealand
Dec 7
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
MEL10:55 amMelbourne
Dec 23
MEL12:10 pmMelbourne
28h 23m
2 stops
SFO9:33 pmSan Francisco
$971
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Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Fiji Airways
Feb 15
SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
MEL12:45 pmMelbourne
Mar 15
MEL1:55 pmMelbourne
17h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
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Fiji Airways
Mar 1
SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
MEL12:45 pmMelbourne
Apr 12
MEL1:30 pmMelbourne
16h 55m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
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Fiji Airways
Feb 27
SFO10:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL12:25 pmMelbourne
Mar 15
MEL1:55 pmMelbourne
17h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
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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 October 30, 2025.
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San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

7:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 12/16

10:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop19h 30m

$961

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

7:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 12/15

6:55 pm-11:05 am

1 stop35h 10m

$966

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

10:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 3/15

1:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$967

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

1:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$968

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

7:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 12/23

12:10 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops28h 23m

$971

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

11:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

7:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$976

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

6:52 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

7:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$989

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

8:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 12/16

1:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,023

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

8:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

5:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,024

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

8:15 pm-9:35 am

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

8:00 am-11:04 am

2 stops21h 04m

$1,067

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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 $916. The month of July is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $996.

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 $1,301. 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 $1,603.

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 $1,232 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 $1,116 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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Fastest flight time

15h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 15h 55m
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 20m 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $710Free CancellationRating
8.0
208 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $794Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,381 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $850Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,035 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $945Free CancellationRating
8.0
520 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $966Free CancellationRating
7.5
925 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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