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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,398. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$936 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.

Melbourne.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Melbourne.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Melbourne.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Melbourne.$1,115 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,115, select.

Melbourne.$1,341 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,341, select.

Melbourne.$1,344 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Thu, 15 Apr.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,344, select.

Melbourne.$1,352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,352, select.

Melbourne.$1,398 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,398, select.

Melbourne.$1,401 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,401, select.

Melbourne.$1,461 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,461, select.

Melbourne.$1,481 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr, returning Wed, 21 Apr.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,481, select.

Melbourne.$1,509 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,509, select.

Melbourne.$1,524 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Fri, 12 Mar.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,524, select.

Melbourne.$1,546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Aug, returning Mon, 16 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 9 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,546, select.

Melbourne.$1,549 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,549, select.

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

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 Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in February.

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San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

San Francisco to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$936
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	15 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	32

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine is $936. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine?

15 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine?

Lufthansa, SWISS and United fly direct from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine?

As of September 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Friday, 5 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Melbourne Tullamarine?

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 Tullamarine 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine with?

Currently, Fiji Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

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

The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 16 hours.
Melbourne is 19 hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 23:05 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:35.
To ensure you catch your SFO to MEL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Melbourne (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy with United. This popular carrier has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
United is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers SFO to MEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and MEL:
- Sydney Airport
- Ho Chi Minh City Airport
- Brisbane Airport

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

$636 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts at $936. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book three months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SFO to MEL.
August is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to MEL is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near SFO:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Reserve a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

December is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Melbourne in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to visit Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are key highlights.