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

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Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Melbourne to San Francisco Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to San Francisco flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to SFO routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
San Francisco Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
SFO
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
AU$1,712

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to SFO?
The journey from MEL to SFO generally lasts 22 hours and 59 minutes. We’ll be blunt — it’s a fair whack of time. Pack a novel and load your phone up with podcasts so you don’t get bored.
What airlines fly direct from MEL to SFO?
Unfortunately, you can’t fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco Airport at the moment. However, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines and WestJet offer flights with just one stopover.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to San Francisco Flight Deals from AU$1,712

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Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$1,712 and rising to AU$1,818 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to San Francisco today!  

Find cheap airfares to San Francisco from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and San Francisco
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in April)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to San Francisco

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$172
per night
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,539 reviews)
"Great staff!"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
2.5 out of 5
1390 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is AU$195 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$195
per night
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,202 reviews)
"Bathroom was cold. But, other than this, a very good stay. Good staff, great facilities, food options and upgrade."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
The Westin San Francisco Airport
The Westin San Francisco Airport
4 out of 5
1 Old Bayshore Hwy, Millbrae, CA
The price is AU$216 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$216
per night
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,065 reviews)
"Property was great. The location was even better."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

The Westin San Francisco Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.com from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.