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

United Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Melbourne

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

As of September 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 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 day?

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

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 September 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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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

$955Fiji Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

9:50 pm - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

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

17h 30m1 stop Nadi

$955Fiji Airways

Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 14

8:58 am - 12:45 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

33h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

1:45 pm - 8:32 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

25h 47m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

$963Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10

9:14 am - 12:45 pmSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

32h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

1:35 pm - 12:43 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

30h 08m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl

$999Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23

7:50 pm - 8:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

18h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

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

21h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,206Air New Zealand

Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24

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

20h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:10 pm - 11:05 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,206Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7

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

15h 55mnonstop

11:45 am - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 25mnonstop

$1,349United Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 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

$1,349United Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24

4:15 pm - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

20h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 11:04 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

19h 54m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,359Delta

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8

6:50 pm - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

18h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 3:08 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

23h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,359Delta

Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 10

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8:20 am - 8:00 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

30h 40m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

5:05 pm - 10:52 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

22h 47m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

$1,520Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3

8:20 am - 7:35 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

30h 15m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

5:25 pm - 8:23 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

19h 58m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

$1,542Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2

7:19 pm - 7:50 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

43h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

10:00 am - 7:40 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

26h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,815Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

5:45 am - 7:50 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

57h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

10:00 am - 10:15 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

29h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City

$1,815Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

11:20 pm - 8:15 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mnonstop

11:55 am - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 15mnonstop

$1,850United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

11:20 pm - 8:15 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mnonstop

11:55 am - 8:10 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

14h 15mnonstop

$1,851United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

9:05 pm - 9:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

7:10 pm - 4:37 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

40h 27m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,894Air New Zealand

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Jan 10

9:05 pm - 9:55 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

19h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

7:10 pm - 11:05 amMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

34h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,949Air New Zealand

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Jan 10

9:29 am - 6:45 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

28h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

4:30 pm - 8:48 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

23h 18m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,981Qantas Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Jan 10

7:55 pm - 11:40 amSFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

22h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:30 pm - 3:55 pmMEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

22h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,082Qantas Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Jan 10

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Fiji Airways flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Fiji Airways

Nov 11

SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 35m

1 stop

MEL12:25 pmMelbourne

Nov 18

MEL1:45 pmMelbourne

17h 50m

1 stop

SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco

$955

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Nov 11

SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 35m

1 stop

MEL12:25 pmMelbourne

Nov 18

MEL1:45 pmMelbourne

17h 50m

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SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco

$956

Fiji Airways

Nov 11

SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 35m

1 stop

MEL12:25 pmMelbourne

Nov 20

MEL1:55 pmMelbourne

17h 30m

1 stop

SFO12:25 pmSan Francisco

$963

Philippine Airlines flights from San Francisco to Melbourne

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Mar 17

SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco

37h 50m

1 stop

MEL7:30 amMelbourne

Apr 2

MEL9:00 amMelbourne

30h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

$1,038

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Feb 18

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

37h 50m

1 stop

MEL7:30 amMelbourne

Feb 23

MEL9:20 amMelbourne

29h 25m

1 stop

SFO7:45 pmSan Francisco

$1,057

Philippine Airlines

Oct 20

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

37h 00m

1 stop

MEL7:30 amMelbourne

Oct 28

MEL9:20 amMelbourne

29h 25m

1 stop

SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco

$1,080

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1 stop19h 54m

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Sun 1/31

6:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop18h 10m

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10:10 am-3:08 pm

1 stop23h 58m

$1,359

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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 $1,064 to $1,636.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $955.

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 $1,089. The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $1,131.

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 $1,429. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $1,747.

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 $1,348 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 $1,177 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	$447
Fastest flight time	15h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in Melbourne	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $447. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $955.

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

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Melbourne on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Melbourne

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 September 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 8,597 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $706	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 259 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $972	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,035	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,072	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,222 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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