CA $714 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $714 for one-way flights and CA $929 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Qantas Airways
Air Canada
Vietnam Airlines
Philippine Airlines
Fiji Airways

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $889 - CA $1,565 per traveller.

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Flight from Melbourne to San Francisco (MEL - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, United
Roundtrip price
CA $929
Distance
12577 km
Average flight time
16 hours 15 mins

Melbourne to San Francisco Flights

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With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from Melbourne whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are Virgin Australia, Swiss, Lufthansa, United Airlines nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Melbourne to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Tullamarine, MEL to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Melbourne currently is just CA $929 rising to CA $1,419.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip flight between MEL and San Francisco Airport was CA $929. Cheap fares don't last long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has a different set of terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from MEL to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many carriers will allow you to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When looking for Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco Airport flights, you'll find a "No change fees" filter for you to pick.
How many hours is the flight from MEL to SFO?
The flight time from Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is usually around 20 hours and 54 minutes. It's is no small journey, so don't forget to fill your carry-on bag with plenty to keep you entertained.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to SFO?
Melbourne to San Francisco is around 12,700 kilometres, so get ready to spend quite a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Toss in a couple of snacks to munch on throughout your trip too.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to SFO?
Check out the deals on offer with United Airlines (UA) if you want to travel straight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco Airport. This popular carrier operates 30 flights monthly, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel plans.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to SFO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco Airport cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.

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