Melbourne to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Australia and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 12,653 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 17 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include MEL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Melbourne. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Melbourne, Australia
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 12,653 km
- Typical duration
- about 17 hours
- Origin codes
- MEL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Melbourne to San Francisco
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Route overview
Melbourne to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Australia and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are MEL and SFO. Related codes: MEL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 12,653 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 17 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Melbourne airports and metro codes: MEL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Melbourne, other destinations from Melbourne, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Melbourne to San Francisco typically take about 17 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Melbourne to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Melbourne and San Francisco is approximately 12,653 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Melbourne is commonly searched with code MEL (related: MEL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Melbourne?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Melbourne. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,653 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Melbourne to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Australia (Melbourne) with United States (San Francisco).
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