Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 14 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
Take your pick of 20 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 10:55 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your MEL to SFO flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Travelling to San Francisco (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MEL to SFO flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 72.13% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
306 € is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 579 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from MEL to SFO by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
