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Route Reference

Melbourne to San Francisco

MEL
Melbourne
SFO
San Francisco
Distance12,653 km / 7,862 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 14.9 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneAustralia/Melbourne
Destination Time ZoneAmerica/Los_Angeles

Airlines Based in Australia or United States

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*MELSFO HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair MELSFO tells you the flight departs Melbourne and arrives in San Francisco.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Melbourne from San Francisco?

Melbourne (MEL) is approximately 12,653 km (7,862 miles) from San Francisco (SFO).

How long is the flight from Melbourne to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from MEL to SFO takes roughly 14.9 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and San Francisco?

Melbourne is on Australia/Melbourne and San Francisco is on America/Los_Angeles — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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