Trip.com
US$510Collected
Compare pricesFlights from Melbourne to San Francisco
MEL → SFO · compared across 9 travel sites
- Flight time
- from 16h 48m nonstop
- Distance
- 12,653 km
- Typical one-way
- US$510
Compare Melbourne → San Francisco prices on 9 travel sites
Add your dates and open the same search on each travel site to find the cheapest fare. You book directly with the provider.
Booking.com
US$793Collected
Compare pricesAgoda
Flight + hotel bundles that can beat booking separately.
Compare pricesKayak
One of the largest flight metasearch engines worldwide.
Compare pricesKiwi.com
Virtual interlining specialist that mixes airlines creatively.
Compare pricesExpedia
Global OTA giant with package deals and member prices.
Compare pricesSkyscanner
The benchmark flight metasearch — “search everywhere”.
Compare pricesPriceline
Long-standing US OTA with express deals for flights.
Compare pricesMomondo
Kayak-family metasearch known for winning price comparisons.
Compare pricesFares auto-collected from partner search results on 2026-09-03 (one-way, economy).
Typical prices & when to book
Lowest fare collected
US$510
Trip.com
Auto-collected from Trip.com search results on 2026-09-03 (one-way, economy). Fares change constantly — click “Compare prices” for live fares.
Melbourne → San Francisco route guide
The Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO) route covers roughly 12,653 km, with an estimated flight time of about 16h 48m for a nonstop service. Compare the travel sites above to find the best fare for your dates — availability and prices differ between them.
Departures use Tullamarine; arrivals use San Francisco Intl. Both airports handle the route with regular schedules, so same-day connections and day trips are realistic options.
Melbourne → San Francisco flight FAQ
How long is the flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Nonstop flights from Melbourne to San Francisco take about 16h 48m. The route covers approximately 12,653 km.
How do I find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Compare the same dates across the 9 travel sites listed above — their fares differ by provider. Midweek departures, flexible dates and booking a few weeks ahead usually help.
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Direct availability changes by season and carrier. The estimated nonstop flight time is about 16h 48m; one-stop options are widely available.