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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $846

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,084

One-way from

$846

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,545
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 18m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 04m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($489 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 6 November 2025.

Thu 4/1211:20SYD - SAN
1 stop19h 43mAir Canada
Sat 6/1218:10SAN - SYD
1 stop20h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$1,137
Thu 4/1211:20SYD - SAN
2 stops26h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1216:41SAN - SYD
1 stop43h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,255
Mon 1/1211:20SYD - SAN
2 stops22h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1207:21SAN - SYD
1 stop28h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,280
Thu 4/1221:40SYD - SAN
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/1219:28SAN - SYD
2 stops29h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,309
Fri 5/1221:40SYD - SAN
2 stops18h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/1217:00SAN - SYD
1 stop31h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,358
Sat 6/1221:40SYD - SAN
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/1219:28SAN - SYD
2 stops29h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,385
Fri 26/1210:40BNE - SAN
1 stop28h 58mDelta
Fri 2/106:20SAN - BNE
1 stop32h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/11$1,837
Sat 20/1213:00MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/1219:55SAN - MEL
2 stops33h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,551
Sun 21/1222:55PER - SAN
2 stops56h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sun 28/1217:00SAN - PER
2 stops56h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,903
Thu 13/1118:50PER - SAN
2 stops44h 54mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/1111:02SAN - PER
2 stops37h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$3,045
Sat 20/1223:50PER - SAN
2 stops36h 07mAir New Zealand
Sat 27/1220:45SAN - PER
2 stops52h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$4,744
Sun 21/1218:50PER - SAN
3 stops44h 47mAir New Zealand
Sun 28/1211:12SAN - PER
2 stops37h 38mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$5,004

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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

Thu 5/3

11:20-12:03

1 stop19h 43m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

18:05-14:40

2 stops26h 35m

$1,084

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

10:20-17:24

1 stop25h 04m

San Diego

Thu 19/3

18:10-12:40

2 stops24h 30m

$1,098

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

08:00-12:03

2 stops22h 03m

San Diego

Thu 19/3

18:10-13:40

2 stops25h 30m

$1,123

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

11:20-12:03

1 stop19h 43m

San Diego

Sat 6/12

18:10-09:35

1 stop20h 25m

$1,137

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/1

11:20-15:03

2 stops22h 43m

San Diego

Mon 16/2

14:26-09:00

2 stops23h 34m

$1,246

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

11:20-18:32

2 stops26h 12m

San Diego

Mon 8/12

16:41-06:55

1 stop43h 14m

$1,255

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

19:40-14:51

2 stops36h 11m

San Diego

Sun 15/3

19:52-05:00

2 stops40h 08m

$1,309

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Fri 26/12

10:40-21:38

1 stop28h 58m

San Diego

Fri 2/1

06:20-08:20

1 stop32h 00m

$1,837

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

14:35-21:53

1 stop24h 18m

San Diego

Thu 7/5

08:38-06:45

2 stops29h 07m

$2,421

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-11:47

1 stop17h 52m

San Diego

Thu 7/5

19:44-08:15

1 stop19h 31m

$2,438

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $698). Flying from Australia to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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 6 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 6 November 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
1,604 reviews
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Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,604 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
526 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
424 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,003 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
10,410 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

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 19h 43m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $846. Air New Zealand flights start at $855 while deals on United Airlines start at $903 one-way.

  • 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 Brisbane - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $698). Flying from Australia to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$732Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,043Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,136Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,462Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,491Average$2,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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