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Cheap flights from San Diego to Melbourne Airport from $1,054

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MEL
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,690

One-way from

$1,054

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,229
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 30/7-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 29m total
  • San Diego to Melbourne
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 55m total
  • San Diego to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($426 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Wed 30/708:18SAN - MEL
1 stop27h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/815:05MEL - SAN
1 stop25h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,690
Fri 1/812:40SAN - MEL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/821:00MEL - SAN
2 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,730
Tue 2/1211:02SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 23mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/1210:35MEL - SAN
2 stops28h 16mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/7$1,808
Wed 30/717:50SAN - MEL
1 stop21h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/810:55MEL - SAN
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/7$2,138
Sun 21/1210:45SAN - MEL
2 stops62h 45mAsiana Airlines
Fri 26/1222:00MEL - SAN
2 stops44h 44mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 2/7$3,034
Tue 2/1215:30SAN - MEL
2 stops36h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1200:45MEL - SAN
2 stops38h 18mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/7$3,180
Sun 21/1206:15SAN - MEL
2 stops34h 50mChina Airlines
Thu 25/1200:25MEL - SAN
2 stops41h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 2/7$4,218

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San Diego

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 30/7

08:18-05:00

1 stop27h 42m

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-23:52

1 stop25h 47m

$1,690

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 1/8

12:40-12:20

2 stops30h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

21:00-11:57

2 stops31h 57m

$1,730

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Tue 2/12

11:02-09:25

2 stops27h 23m

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

10:35-19:51

2 stops28h 16m

$1,808

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 30/7

17:50-08:15

1 stop21h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

10:55-18:20

1 stop24h 25m

$2,138

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 21/12

10:45-20:30

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

22:00-23:44

2 stops44h 44m

$3,034

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Tue 2/12

15:30-23:00

2 stops36h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

00:45-20:03

2 stops38h 18m

$3,180

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 21/12

06:15-12:05

2 stops34h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 25/12

00:25-22:35

2 stops41h 10m

$4,218

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 11/7

12:50-06:45

2 stops24h 55m

$1,054

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 11/7

17:13-10:35

3 stops48h 22m

$1,371

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 21/7

10:43-08:15

1 stop28h 32m

$1,951

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 4 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Melbourne Airport, such as China Airlines, Asiana Airlines, andAir New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
451 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
484 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne. On average, San Diego has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 0 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 4.2 km from San Diego’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,690. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,808 and $2,138, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 14% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,054. Users have also found prices from $1,951 and $3,548 on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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