Statistics on Melbourne-San Francisco flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to San Francisco (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to San Francisco from Melbourne airport is $ 1773 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1563 (in august) and $ 2195 (in january), which is a saving of $ 211 or a surplus of $ 422 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $900 to $953 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to San Francisco before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-San Francisco plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60460 airfare prices from previous years for flights to San Francisco from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in august, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1563, saving $ 211 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1773). Conversely, january will be the most expensive ($ 2195).
Flight Melbourne-San Francisco: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1660 | $ 2195 the most expensive | very high price |
| February | $ 1123 | $ 1674 | good price |
| March | $ 1076 | $ 1625 | good price |
| April | $ 1309 | $ 1837 | fair price |
| May | $ 1160 | $ 1657 | good price |
| June | $ 1255 | $ 1722 | fair price |
| July | $ 1537 | $ 1916 | fair price |
| August | $ 1167 | $ 1563 the cheapest | very good price |
| September | $ 1245 | $ 1663 | good price |
| October | $ 1164 | $ 1674 | good price |
| November | $ 1114 | $ 1633 | good price |
| December | $ 1640 | $ 2120 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Melbourne to San Francisco
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to San Francisco range from $688 to $2434. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $688 to $741), 1% at the maximum price (from $2381 to $2434). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1958 to $2010 (4% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->San Francisco flight
There are 10 companies that serve Melbourne from San Francisco airport: Virgin Australia, United, Fiji Airways, Philippine Airlines, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, China Airlines, Qantas and Vietnam Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 60460 flights analyzed in previous years, Virgin Australia was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (38% of the time) on the Melbourne->San Francisco route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Melbourne-San Francisco flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 556 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-San Francisco flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $51. On the other hand, departing on a monday may cost you an additional $52.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from San Francisco to Melbourne departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $50. Conversely, departing from San Francisco on a friday may cost you an additional $61.
Top prices Melbourne-San Francisco
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 08-01 to 23-01-2025 | $ 978 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 05-02 to 13-02-2025 | $ 772 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 06-02 to 15-02-2025 | $ 691 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 21-02 to 27-02-2025 | $ 774 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 05-03 to 19-03-2025 | $ 742 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 22-03 to 29-03-2025 | $ 944 | layover flight with Vietnam Airlines |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 01-04 to 15-04-2025 | $ 945 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 05-05 to 16-05-2025 | $ 986 | layover flight with Singapore Airlines |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 05-06 to 21-06-2025 | $ 931 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → San Francisco | 08-10 to 22-10-2025 | $ 881 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
When to book your flight Melbourne - San Francisco to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 11 to 12 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Melbourne-San Francisco flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a saturday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to San Francisco, it is recommended to buy it 11 to 12 months before departure (it is then on average 1464 $, which is a saving of 309 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (351 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to San Francisco flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1731 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 2063), 4 to 5 months ($ 2088), 5 to 6 months ($ 2173), 6 to 7 months ($ 2046), 7 to 8 months ($ 2077), 8 to 9 months ($ 2112) |
| February | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1293 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1623), 5 to 6 months ($ 1607), 6 to 7 months ($ 1577), 8 to 9 months ($ 1477), 9 to 10 months ($ 1297), 11 to 12 months ($ 1359) |
| March | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1393 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1615), 2 to 3 months ($ 1409), 6 to 7 months ($ 1485), 7 to 8 months ($ 1429), 9 to 10 months ($ 1431) |
| April | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1386 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1387), 4 to 5 months ($ 1795), 7 to 8 months ($ 1654), 8 to 9 months ($ 1659), 9 to 10 months ($ 1758), 10 to 11 months ($ 1587) |
| May | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1379 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1546), 7 to 8 months ($ 1628), 8 to 9 months ($ 1453), 9 to 10 months ($ 1440), 11 to 12 months ($ 1578) |
| June | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1363 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1606), 6 to 7 months ($ 1409), 7 to 8 months ($ 1714), 9 to 10 months ($ 1590), 10 to 11 months ($ 1603), 11 to 12 months ($ 1472) |
| July | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1547 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1897), 2 to 3 months ($ 1846), 3 to 4 months ($ 1905), 9 to 10 months ($ 1706), 10 to 11 months ($ 1765) |
| August | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1393 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1492), 2 to 3 months ($ 1531), 6 to 7 months ($ 1423), 8 to 9 months ($ 1427), 11 to 12 months ($ 1419) |
| September | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1245 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1510), 3 to 4 months ($ 1661), 4 to 5 months ($ 1614), 7 to 8 months ($ 1550), 8 to 9 months ($ 1396), 9 to 10 months ($ 1524) |
| October | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1161 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1663), 2 to 3 months ($ 1480), 3 to 4 months ($ 1634), 4 to 5 months ($ 1551), 5 to 6 months ($ 1488), 6 to 7 months ($ 1601), 7 to 8 months ($ 1635), 8 to 9 months ($ 1641) |
| November | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1340 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1508), 3 to 4 months ($ 1449), 4 to 5 months ($ 1578), 5 to 6 months ($ 1494), 7 to 8 months ($ 1511), 9 to 10 months ($ 1539), 11 to 12 months ($ 1404) |
| December | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 1775 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 2112), 3 to 4 months ($ 2083), 4 to 5 months ($ 1929), 5 to 6 months ($ 2009), 6 to 7 months ($ 1943), 7 to 8 months ($ 2093), 8 to 9 months ($ 2095), 9 to 10 months ($ 2022), 10 to 11 months ($ 2041) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, saturday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->San Francisco are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a saturday, you will save $26. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $31 more.
Melbourne to San Francisco: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 1505 $1465 to $1524 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 2425 $1166 to $3286 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 2165 $978 to $4447 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1282 $669 to $6082 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1233 $742 to $6449 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1637 $945 to $12599 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1193 $986 to $1949 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1185 $931 to $1419 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1412 $1013 to $1981 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1167 $1046 to $1277 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1165 $905 to $1765 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1510 $881 to $2559 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, november, january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september and october are cheaper to travel to San Francisco. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!