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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.768 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 8 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 768 €, select.
Melbourne.816 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar, returning Wed, 23 Apr.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 816 €, select.
Melbourne.874 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Apr, returning Sun, 20 Apr.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 874 €, select.
Melbourne.875 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with Zipair and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 23 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 875 €, select.
Melbourne.906 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 906 €, select.
Melbourne.913 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 913 €, select.
Melbourne.951 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 951 €, select.
Melbourne.972 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 972 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from San Francisco International to Melbourne

Alternative San Francisco International to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Francisco to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found768 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time15 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week124

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Melbourne is 768 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Melbourne.
SWISS, Lufthansa and Virgin Australia fly direct from San Francisco International to Melbourne.
As of March 2025, there are 35 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Melbourne is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from 768 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 1 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Alaska Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne is 14 hours 20 minutes.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 18 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route, with 10 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SFO to MEL is with United at 23:55. Go for the first departure operated by United at 23:05 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from SFO to Melbourne, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Popular months like August or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.

  • Direct flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Melbourne are available for booking. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be landing.

  • United is a popular airline that operates direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne.

  • We make it a cinch to find a flight from SFO to Melbourne that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you have a passport from United States, you will need an ETA to enter Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.

  • SFO is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 47 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Melbourne

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne is 387 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 768 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from SFO to Melbourne every day.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 42 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 51 minutes.

  • You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • You'll find a few welcoming accommodation options within an easy drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from SFO to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, visit Melbourne in April when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SFO to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.

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