$526 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to San Francisco (MEL-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $526 for one-way flights and $681 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 17
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$681 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$681
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $681 found 10 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$721 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$721
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $721 found 10 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$734 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$734
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $734 found 10 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 19
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$735 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$735
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $735 found 12 hours ago
Fiji Airways
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 5
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$916 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$916
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $916 found 6 days ago
Vietnam Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 8
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$968 Roundtrip, just found
$968
Roundtrip
just found
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $968 just found
Philippine Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 19
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$1,007 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,007
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $1,007 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 10
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$1,035 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,035
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $1,035 found 5 days ago
Air China
Fri, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 15
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$1,099 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,099
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air China flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $1,099 found 1 day ago
Delta
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 18
MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
$1,191 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,191
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Melbourne to San Francisco, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $1,191 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $648 - $1,141 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$681
Distance
7861 mi
Average flight time
16 hours 15 mins

Melbourne to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Melbourne to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Melbourne to San Francisco are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Melbourne to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Melbourne to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Melbourne to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $526 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Melbourne to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Melbourne to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can land cheap return fares from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) starting from $1456. Snag a seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving MEL on August 7 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEL to SFO?
The cheapest flights from MEL to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Catch a nonstop flight with United Airlines and head straight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEL to SFO?
Jet off from MEL to SFO with United. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $804. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEL on September 12 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight taking off from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) each day. If this isn't convenient for you, check out flights with layovers. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between MEL and SFO are busiest at 1 PM. For a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEL to SFO?
Fly on a Monday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)'s first flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at approximately 1:00PM UTC+11. With a flight time of 14h 20m, you'll arrive at around 8:20AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from MEL to SFO have an average travel time of 14 hours and 20 minutes. The total distance between the two is 7,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEL to SFO?
With 82% of flights usually landing on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To arrive at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without delays, book a flight that takes off from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Explore your flight options from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the only airport in San Francisco you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from MEL to SFO often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MEL to SFO flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a MEL to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your MEL to SFO flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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