Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Melbourne – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 7, 2026
direct
14h 25m Return – Dec 23, 2026
1 stop
29h 45m LAX
$1,205
3 days ago
Melbourne – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
1 stop
28h 56m LAX
Return – Dec 24, 2026
direct
15h 55m $1,203
yesterday
Melbourne – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
1 stop
28h 56m LAX
Return – Dec 24, 2026
1 stop
19h 10m BNE
$1,223
yesterday
Melbourne – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 7, 2026
direct
14h 25m Return – Dec 24, 2026
1 stop
18h 39m LAX
$1,643
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$806
Average price of a round trip
$1136
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
14h18
A flight from Melbourne to San Francisco takes on average 14h18.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Melbourne (Australia) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is May, with an average flight ticket price of $861 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and April.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 15 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is American Airlines. A ticket from the airline American Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $853.
The airlines that offer the most flights are United Airlines and United Airlines.
info departure city :
Melbourne, Australia
airports :
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Essendon Airport (MEB)
local time :
Melbourne is a city in the country Australia, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Melbourne, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 24°C.
The city of Melbourne (MEL) has 2 airport(s): Tullamarine and Essendon
destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 24°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 15 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 3 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 6% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Melbourne and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Tullamarine, and you will arrive at San Francisco.
How to reach Melbourne airport from the city centre?
The airport Tullamarine is located 20 km or Essendon is located 11 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Melbourne and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 10°C in Melbourne. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 55 mm in Melbourne. In summer, it is warmer in San Francisco and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in Melbourne and it rains more in San Francisco.
