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Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego from $673

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to San Diego

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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 22 February 2026.

Mon 9/319:40
BNE
-
SAN
2 stops29h 59m
American Airlines
Sat 14/309:53
SAN
-
BNE
2 stops26h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,107
Mon 16/308:40
BNE
-
SAN
1 stop24h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 19/314:18
SAN
-
BNE
1 stop22h 12m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,116
Mon 16/310:40
BNE
-
SAN
2 stops26h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 19/311:03
SAN
-
BNE
2 stops26h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,123
Mon 9/310:40
BNE
-
SAN
1 stop19h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 14/317:55
SAN
-
BNE
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,127
Fri 6/313:00
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop18h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 9/309:54
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop29h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,258
Tue 3/311:30
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop17h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 10/311:57
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop27h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,271
Fri 29/510:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops22h 56m
Delta
Wed 3/609:50
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
Delta
Deal found 22/2$1,274
Sat 21/312:00
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops25h 48m
Lufthansa
Sat 28/317:55
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/2$1,278
Wed 15/409:15
SYD
-
SAN
2 stops25h 50m
Delta
Wed 22/409:47
SAN
-
SYD
2 stops28h 03m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$1,301
Wed 8/410:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop16h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 26/413:20
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,312
Fri 1/506:30
SYD
-
SAN
2 stops22h 20m
Air Canada
Mon 4/516:45
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/2$1,313
Fri 16/1010:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop19h 27m
Air Canada
Fri 30/1017:00
SAN
-
SYD
2 stops45h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,329

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 22 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,107

One-way from

$673

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,473
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 9/3-14/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 06m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Australia to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($133 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 22 February 2026.
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

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

10:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

San Diego

Thu 19/3

06:15-06:30

2 stops31h 15m

$1,123

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

10:40-12:44

1 stop19h 04m

San Diego

Sat 14/3

17:55-06:30

1 stop19h 35m

$1,127

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

13:00-12:44

1 stop18h 44m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

16:00-08:30

2 stops22h 30m

$1,258

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

10:55-09:16

2 stops39h 21m

San Diego

Tue 14/4

16:21-08:15

1 stop22h 54m

$1,258

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:30-17:19

2 stops24h 49m

San Diego

Sun 17/5

18:05-08:15

2 stops21h 10m

$1,258

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

09:30-10:08

1 stop17h 38m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

11:55-07:30

2 stops26h 35m

$1,260

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 4/4

11:55-09:16

2 stops39h 21m

San Diego

Sat 11/4

16:21-08:15

1 stop22h 54m

$1,260

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

10:55-22:25

2 stops28h 30m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

20:32-07:30

1 stop17h 58m

$1,260

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

09:15-18:05

2 stops25h 50m

San Diego

Wed 22/4

09:47-06:50

2 stops28h 03m

$1,301

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/4

10:20-09:54

1 stop16h 34m

San Diego

Sun 26/4

13:20-06:55

1 stop24h 35m

$1,312

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $952). Flying from Australia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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 22 February 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
1,714 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,714 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,714 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
597 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,714 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
443 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,339 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
10,739 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,714 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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. The distance between Australia and San Diego is about 11574 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 Perth - San Diego or Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $952). Flying from Australia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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 22 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$599Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,049Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,066Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,100Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,345Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,453Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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