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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $618

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Australia to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,079

One-way from

$618

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,319
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 9/3-25/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 59m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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21/10
  • 21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 43m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($454 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Australia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 29/1009:45BNE - SAN
1 stop19h 18mAir Canada
Wed 5/1112:45SAN - BNE
1 stop26h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9$1,124
Thu 23/1010:20BNE - SAN
1 stop22h 31mAir Canada
Sun 26/1018:10SAN - BNE
1 stop20h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9$1,157
Wed 12/1107:10MEL - SAN
2 stops29h 14mAir Canada
Fri 12/1212:45SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9$1,220
Wed 12/1107:10MEL - SAN
2 stops29h 14mAir Canada
Thu 11/1218:10SAN - MEL
2 stops24h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9$1,223
Sun 9/1107:00MEL - SAN
2 stops24h 03mAir Canada
Thu 11/1212:45SAN - MEL
2 stops29h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9$1,229
Thu 30/1012:00MEL - SAN
2 stops25h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1111:02SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,241
Thu 16/1013:10SYD - SAN
1 stop25h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 29/1014:57SAN - SYD
2 stops24h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,241
Thu 16/1021:40SYD - SAN
1 stop36h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 29/1009:06SAN - SYD
1 stop40h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,244
Wed 29/1011:20SYD - SAN
2 stops22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/1112:50SAN - SYD
2 stops25h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,247
Wed 24/909:10SYD - SAN
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/210:27SAN - SYD
2 stops27h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,252
Wed 24/909:20SYD - SAN
1 stop21h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/218:10SAN - SYD
2 stops28h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 13/9$1,258
Mon 20/1011:55MEL - SAN
2 stops28h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1113:10SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,265

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to San Diego that are best for you.

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Australia

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

11:20-17:24

1 stop24h 04m

San Diego

Wed 25/3

12:45-20:40

2 stops37h 55m

$1,079

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

19:25-12:03

2 stops34h 38m

San Diego

Wed 25/3

12:45-17:40

2 stops34h 55m

$1,109

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

09:00-17:24

2 stops27h 24m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

18:10-08:35

1 stop20h 25m

$1,121

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

09:00-13:03

2 stops22h 03m

San Diego

Tue 18/11

18:10-09:35

1 stop20h 25m

$1,172

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

09:45-12:03

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Sun 15/3

18:10-07:45

1 stop20h 35m

$1,234

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

11:20-15:30

2 stops22h 10m

San Diego

Wed 5/11

12:50-09:00

2 stops25h 10m

$1,247

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

09:00-13:03

2 stops22h 03m

San Diego

Tue 18/11

18:10-13:00

2 stops23h 50m

$1,256

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

11:55-22:15

2 stops28h 20m

San Diego

Tue 4/11

13:10-10:00

1 stop25h 50m

$1,265

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

11:30-17:29

2 stops24h 59m

San Diego

Tue 9/12

20:40-09:30

1 stop17h 50m

$1,267

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

12:00-17:29

2 stops23h 29m

San Diego

Wed 5/11

13:10-09:30

2 stops25h 20m

$1,267

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to San Diego

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Australia to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,524). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

When flying from Australia to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Australia to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HND - JFK

The plane was delayed due to maintenance after everybody boarded (1 hour), the inside of the plane was not air conditioned before takeoff, and the weather outside was hot. Upon arriving in JFK, there were further delays. The airline attendants were passive aggresive and not certainly were not polite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Australia?

    For a flight from Australia to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 4.2 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to San Diego?

    Departing from Australia to San Diego will take you 24h 04m. The distance between Australia and San Diego is about 12086 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to San Diego?

    The most popular route from Australia to San Diego is Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Diego. You may also consider Brisbane - San Diego or Melbourne - San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to San Diego 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 Australia to San Diego?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Australia to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,524). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Australia to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,016Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,173Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,229Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,253Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,424Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,453Average$2,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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