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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego from $865

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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Thu 25/1207:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 1/111:41SAN - MEL
2 stops46h 59mJapan Airlines
Deal found 18/12$7,977
Thu 25/1216:40MEL - SAN
3 stops46h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/116:15SAN - MEL
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$18,886

Find flight deals from Melbourne to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,297

One-way from

$865

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,800
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 47m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($330 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 18 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

11:30-15:04

2 stops22h 34m

San Diego

Thu 29/1

12:49-09:30

2 stops25h 41m

$1,297

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

11:30-14:52

2 stops22h 22m

San Diego

Fri 6/2

11:08-10:00

2 stops27h 52m

$1,298

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

08:35-23:44

2 stops32h 09m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

10:45-10:55

2 stops31h 10m

$1,439

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

13:00-12:49

1 stop18h 49m

San Diego

Thu 29/1

19:52-10:00

1 stop19h 08m

$1,572

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

07:10-17:24

2 stops29h 14m

San Diego

Sun 15/2

18:05-15:35

2 stops26h 30m

$1,587

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

12:10-17:49

2 stops22h 39m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

18:26-10:55

2 stops23h 29m

$1,737

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

13:00-18:44

1 stop24h 44m

San Diego

Thu 22/1

20:37-09:30

1 stop17h 53m

$1,833

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

16:05-20:25

1 stop23h 20m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

10:30-14:49

2 stops22h 19m

$868

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

11:30-10:27

1 stop41h 57m

$1,525

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $1,088). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,585). 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 MEL to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 18 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to San Diego at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

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 18 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne Airport 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,532 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 4.2 km from the centre vof the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to San Diego from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in about 22h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Melbourne Airport to San Diego is about 12778 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego round-trip from $1,023. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,097, and Air Canada, from $1,156. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $1,088). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,585). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,023Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,097Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,156Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,369Average$2,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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