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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $712

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
4 May — 11 May1
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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,396

One-way from

$712

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,952
12/6-19/6
  • 12/6-19/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 01m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 47m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($510 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($91 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 29 April 2025.

Thu 12/616:20SYD - SAN
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/616:49SAN - SYD
2 stops28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,396
Tue 5/809:55SYD - SAN
2 stops25h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 3/919:21SAN - SYD
2 stops20h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/4$1,522
Thu 12/609:30SYD - SAN
3 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 19/619:35SAN - SYD
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,644
Tue 17/609:25SYD - SAN
2 stops31h 19mDelta
Fri 27/619:35SAN - SYD
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/4$1,658
Tue 5/821:40SYD - SAN
2 stops26h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/917:45SAN - SYD
1 stop33h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,697
Wed 15/1000:10PER - SAN
2 stops26h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 29/1012:40SAN - PER
2 stops44h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,824
Wed 11/600:10PER - SAN
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/613:05SAN - PER
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,828
Mon 9/622:15BNE - SAN
2 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/620:45SAN - BNE
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,841
Thu 25/1211:30MEL - SAN
2 stops21h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/116:04SAN - MEL
2 stops22h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,933
Fri 10/1006:05MEL - SAN
2 stops28h 02mAir Canada
Tue 14/1012:40SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4$1,952
Fri 10/1000:35MEL - SAN
2 stops31h 42mSingapore Airlines
Thu 16/1020:50SAN - MEL
2 stops38h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,962
Thu 16/1021:35PER - SAN
2 stops37h 16mANA
Wed 29/1020:50SAN - PER
2 stops56h 40mANA
Deal found 29/4$2,019

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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

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/6

16:20-16:30

1 stop17h 10m

San Diego

Thu 19/6

16:49-14:40

2 stops28h 51m

$1,396

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/8

09:55-18:20

2 stops25h 25m

San Diego

Wed 3/9

19:21-08:45

2 stops20h 24m

$1,522

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/6

09:30-20:36

3 stops28h 06m

San Diego

Thu 19/6

19:35-06:55

1 stop18h 20m

$1,644

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/6

09:25-23:44

2 stops31h 19m

San Diego

Fri 27/6

19:35-06:35

1 stop18h 00m

$1,658

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/8

21:40-07:18

2 stops26h 38m

San Diego

Wed 3/9

17:45-19:45

1 stop33h 00m

$1,697

PerthSan Diego

PER - SAN

PERSAN

Perth

Wed 15/10

00:10-11:10

2 stops26h 00m

San Diego

Wed 29/10

12:40-23:55

2 stops44h 15m

$1,824

PerthSan Diego

PER - SAN

PERSAN

Perth

Wed 11/6

00:10-11:10

2 stops26h 00m

San Diego

Thu 19/6

13:05-11:15

2 stops31h 10m

$1,828

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Mon 9/6

22:15-12:43

2 stops31h 28m

San Diego

Tue 17/6

20:45-20:00

2 stops30h 15m

$1,841

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

07:10-16:07

2 stops26h 57m

San Diego

Sat 18/10

16:55-14:20

2 stops27h 25m

$1,952

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

00:35-14:17

2 stops31h 42m

San Diego

Thu 16/10

20:50-05:20

2 stops38h 30m

$1,962

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to San Diego

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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 $1,622). 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 29 April 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 29 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Japan Airlines, ANA and Singapore 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
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $868. Japan Airlines flights start at $1,073 while deals on Air Canada start at $6,396 one-way.

  • 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 $1,622). 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 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,057Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,271Average$1,783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,307Average$2,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,447Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,448Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,482Average$2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,512Average$2,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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