Travelling from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) jetting off from here.
Around 14 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport flight.
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
You can pick from 7 direct services each week between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This is the busiest route, with United Airlines offering a 10:55am departure from MEL to SFO.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to SFO.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Go straight to your destination from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from MEL.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEL and SFO is United Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is United Airlines. Its services land without delay 72.13% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Melbourne to SFO that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEL and SFO include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a great option between Avalon Airport and SFO.
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to SFO flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Avalon Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80.09% of flights leaving here land when expected.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is around 18 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, Rs123,107 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs235,689. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to SFO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). August is when most people visit San Francisco. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to SFO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to San Francisco International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are essential stops on your San Francisco itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Fresno to tick off its leading attractions. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
