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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $858

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,385

One-way from

$858

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,758
20/7-31/7
  • 20/7-31/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 25m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 28/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 05m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($480 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 June 2025.

Sun 20/716:20SYD - SAN
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/717:45SAN - SYD
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,385
Tue 29/709:25SYD - SAN
1 stop16h 53mDelta
Mon 8/906:20SAN - SYD
1 stop31h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/6$1,428
Sun 27/708:35MEL - SAN
2 stops32h 09mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/810:54SAN - MEL
2 stops30h 56mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$1,437
Sun 10/821:40SYD - SAN
1 stop26h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sun 17/818:58SAN - SYD
2 stops31h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,437
Sat 26/709:45BNE - SAN
2 stops30h 59mAir New Zealand
Sat 2/810:49SAN - BNE
2 stops28h 41mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$1,443
Sun 10/821:40SYD - SAN
1 stop26h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 17/817:45SAN - SYD
1 stop33h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,451
Sun 27/712:25PER - SAN
2 stops38h 10mJapan Airlines
Sun 3/813:35SAN - PER
2 stops44h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,463
Sat 26/711:50SYD - SAN
2 stops28h 54mAir New Zealand
Sat 2/810:49SAN - SYD
2 stops28h 56mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$1,526
Fri 26/1210:45BNE - SAN
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Fri 2/106:15SAN - BNE
1 stop31h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/6$1,587
Fri 22/813:30MEL - SAN
2 stops27h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/806:15SAN - MEL
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,600
Thu 12/610:55MEL - SAN
2 stops27h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 25/616:10SAN - MEL
2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,765
Sun 27/710:00BNE - SAN
3 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/806:15SAN - BNE
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,779

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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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/7

16:20-09:50

2 stops34h 30m

San Diego

Thu 31/7

17:45-14:40

1 stop27h 55m

$1,385

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/7

09:25-09:18

1 stop16h 53m

San Diego

Mon 8/9

06:20-06:35

1 stop31h 15m

$1,428

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

08:35-23:44

2 stops32h 09m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

10:54-10:50

2 stops30h 56m

$1,437

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/8

21:40-07:00

1 stop26h 20m

San Diego

Sun 17/8

18:58-19:45

2 stops31h 47m

$1,437

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Sat 26/7

09:45-23:44

2 stops30h 59m

San Diego

Sat 2/8

10:49-08:30

2 stops28h 41m

$1,443

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/8

21:40-07:00

1 stop26h 20m

San Diego

Sun 17/8

17:45-19:45

1 stop33h 00m

$1,451

PerthSan Diego

PER - SAN

PERSAN

Perth

Sun 27/7

12:25-11:35

2 stops38h 10m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

13:35-00:40

2 stops44h 05m

$1,463

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/7

11:50-23:44

2 stops28h 54m

San Diego

Sat 2/8

10:49-08:45

2 stops28h 56m

$1,526

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Sun 27/7

10:00-23:06

3 stops30h 06m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

06:15-07:05

3 stops31h 50m

$1,779

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

06:00-11:57

2 stops22h 57m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

17:00-13:20

2 stops27h 20m

$1,799

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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 $1,587). 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 13 June 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Japan Airlines, Emirates and Alaska Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $858. United Airlines flights start at $995 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $1,216 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Australia to San Diego is Brisbane - San Diego. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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 $1,587). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to San Diego

Discover the top 6 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 13 June 2025.
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,039Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,211Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,285Average$1,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,486Average$2,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,544Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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