Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Flights from San Francisco to Melbourne usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Melbourne (MLB).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Melbourne pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Melbourne most commonly pass through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $491 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $804, a difference of $313. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 00m, covering 2,486 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Melbourne changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $437 to $3,433. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Melbourne looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Melbourne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $239, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 8h 31m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MLB)?

Melbourne Airport (MLB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Avis • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Dollar

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Melbourne flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Melbourne range from $450 to $605, with an average of $551 over the past 12 months. Anything below $450 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Melbourne typically range from $450 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $437, on Delta.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Delta ($437) and American Airlines ($437) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Melbourne according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Melbourne route. 73% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $527. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Melbourne which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Melbourne layovers at 5h 03m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Melbourne

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

9:59 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:40 pm - 11:59 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14

6:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:32 pm - 9:44 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15

5:00 am - 5:26 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:50 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$437American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 15

5:00 am - 4:06 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:50 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$437American Airlines

Fri, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 25

1:23 pm - 12:12 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

7h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:02 am - 12:22 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$437American Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

11:49 am - 11:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:40 pm - 11:59 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

10:59 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:40 pm - 11:59 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14

7:05 am - 11:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

13h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:40 pm - 11:59 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$446Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 15

6:00 am - 10:27 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

13h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:50 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$447American Airlines

Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15

5:00 am - 5:26 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:50 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$457American Airlines

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Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 19

11:59 pm - 10:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:43 pm - 11:58 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 20

11:59 pm - 10:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:43 pm - 11:58 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 17

10:59 pm - 11:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:21 am - 5:16 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 18

11:38 am - 10:59 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:21 am - 5:16 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 16

10:59 pm - 11:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:43 pm - 11:58 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 21

11:38 am - 10:59 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:48 pm - 11:58 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

11:30 pm - 10:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:48 pm - 11:58 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$555Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 17

10:59 pm - 11:27 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:48 pm - 8:58 amMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

17h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$566Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

7:50 am - 10:36 pmSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

11h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

7:00 am - 12:23 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

8h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$616American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18

6:10 pm - 10:56 amSFO San Francisco-MLB Melbourne

13h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:00 am - 12:23 pmMLB Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

9h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$616American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Melbourne? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Melbourne takes 00m, covering 2,486 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Melbourne?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Melbourne flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Melbourne range from $450 to $605, with an average of $551 over the past 12 months. Anything below $450 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Melbourne changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $437 to $3,433. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Melbourne looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Melbourne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $239, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MLB)?
Melbourne Airport (MLB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Dollar
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Melbourne?
Flights from San Francisco to Melbourne usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Melbourne (MLB).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Melbourne pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Melbourne most commonly pass through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Melbourne?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from San Francisco to Melbourne. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $491 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $804, a difference of $313.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Melbourne?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 8h 31m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Melbourne?
Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $491, about $313 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Melbourne trip for July. Fares historically average $448 round-trip in that month - typically $798 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.

• Hilton Melbourne, FL
• Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne West
• Hyatt Place Melbourne Airport

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