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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $795

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
8 May — 15 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 8 April 2026.

Fri 22/506:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops22h 50m
Air Canada
Fri 29/516:55
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/4$1,331
Fri 24/409:30
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop17h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 7/518:26
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop20h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,475
Wed 20/510:55
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop24h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 27/513:39
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops24h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,478
Sun 19/409:30
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop17h 50m
United Airlines
Sat 2/507:15
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,481
Wed 20/510:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Wed 27/517:01
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops21h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$1,488
Fri 22/510:00
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop25h 03m
Delta
Fri 29/513:30
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/4$1,491
Wed 6/510:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops25h 05m
Delta
Wed 13/509:50
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
Delta
Deal found 8/4$1,496
Tue 19/510:55
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops23h 29m
Lufthansa
Tue 26/513:39
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop25h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/4$1,498
Fri 29/506:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/616:55
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,610
Thu 7/509:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop28h 35m
Air Canada
Mon 11/516:55
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/4$1,681
Wed 20/510:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop18h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 27/519:41
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop18h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,682
Fri 29/510:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Wed 3/613:30
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$1,686

Find 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 8 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,331

One-way from

$795

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,593
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 22/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 8 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

09:30-10:20

1 stop17h 50m

San Diego

Thu 7/5

18:26-08:15

1 stop20h 49m

$1,475

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

10:00-18:45

2 stops25h 45m

San Diego

Wed 20/5

13:30-07:50

2 stops25h 20m

$1,488

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

10:00-22:35

1 stop29h 35m

San Diego

Wed 13/5

10:59-07:50

1 stop27h 51m

$1,496

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

10:20-11:51

1 stop18h 31m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

12:41-06:55

1 stop25h 14m

$1,686

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-18:45

2 stops25h 45m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

13:30-07:50

2 stops25h 20m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

09:30-10:20

1 stop17h 50m

San Diego

Sat 2/5

18:26-07:00

2 stops43h 34m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

09:15-23:15

1 stop31h 00m

San Diego

Tue 26/5

06:15-06:50

2 stops31h 35m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

09:30-14:56

2 stops22h 26m

San Diego

Tue 26/5

16:09-07:00

2 stops21h 51m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

09:15-18:03

1 stop25h 48m

San Diego

Wed 27/5

18:45-06:50

1 stop19h 05m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

10:20-17:24

2 stops24h 04m

San Diego

Sun 10/5

16:26-07:00

2 stops21h 34m

$1,756

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $779). Flying from Australia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 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 8 April 2026.
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
1,774 reviews
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Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
626 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
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Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,556 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,907 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,774 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

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 17h 50m. The distance between Australia and San Diego is about 12778 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 Melbourne - San Diego. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Diego or Perth - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $779). Flying from Australia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 8 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$685Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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United AirlinesCheapest$729Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,063Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,071Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,123Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,304Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,373Average$1,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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