Alaska AirlinesDepart18:08
Tue, Dec 8SFO → MEL
17h 06m · 1 stop
$697one way, per person
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- December
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- Quickest trip
- 17h 06m
Alaska Airlines · Tue, Dec 8
from $697
Usually 1+ stop
12,660 km
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Cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne
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Cheapest dates in December 2026
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About flights from San Francisco to Melbourne
San Francisco (SFO) and Melbourne (MEL) are about 12,660 km apart. We haven't seen direct fares on this route recently, so expect at least one stop; the quickest journey we've seen takes about 17h 06m. Over the next few months, one-way fares start from $697, and December 2026 is currently the cheapest month to fly.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?
The cheapest one-way fare we've seen recently is $697 with Alaska Airlines, departing Tuesday, December 8, 2026. Over the coming months, the lowest fare in each month ranges from $697 to $751.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?
December 2026 currently has the lowest fares, from $697 one way.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?
We haven't seen direct fares recently, so most journeys include at least one stop.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?
The quickest journey we've seen takes about 17h 06m. San Francisco and Melbourne are around 12,660 km apart.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?
Recent fares on this route were with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
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