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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego from $840

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to San Diego are usually found in March or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 24 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,076

One-way from

$840

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,360
12/3-18/3
  • 12/3-18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 06m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
16/4
  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 27m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to San Diego

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 24 January 2025.

Wed 12/316:50MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/311:49SAN - MEL
2 stops34h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$1,076
Sun 9/312:00MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/318:04SAN - MEL
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/1$1,697
Sun 9/312:00MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/313:21SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 39mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/1$2,036
Tue 11/300:35MEL - SAN
2 stops36h 37mSingapore Airlines
Tue 18/306:15SAN - MEL
2 stops41h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/1$2,157
Wed 29/112:00MEL - SAN
2 stops42h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/206:28SAN - MEL
2 stops28h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/1$2,444
Thu 30/113:45MEL - SAN
3 stops36h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 18/217:27SAN - MEL
2 stops23h 53mFiji Airways
Deal found 24/1$3,013
Fri 31/108:10MEL - SAN
2 stops21h 55mAir Canada
Mon 17/216:00SAN - MEL
2 stops28h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 24/1$3,034
Sat 8/300:45MEL - SAN
2 stops40h 31mCathay Pacific
Sat 15/317:27SAN - MEL
2 stops35h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/1$3,168
Tue 4/208:30MEL - SAN
2 stops29h 39mQantas Airways
Thu 13/215:58SAN - MEL
2 stops22h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/1$3,290
Mon 3/212:05MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 48mAir New Zealand
Sat 15/210:05SAN - MEL
2 stops29h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/1$3,550
Fri 31/107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 17/208:00SAN - MEL
2 stops26h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 24/1$4,523
Sat 8/303:25MEL - SAN
3 stops56h 53mEmirates
Sun 16/311:10SAN - MEL
3 stops39h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/1$14,252

Find flights from Melbourne to San Diego within your budget

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 24 January 2025.

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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

16:50-05:50

1 stop32h 00m

San Diego

Sat 15/3

07:00-16:20

1 stop39h 20m

$1,455

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

12:00-19:08

2 stops26h 08m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

18:04-09:00

1 stop20h 56m

$1,697

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

12:00-14:00

1 stop21h 00m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

13:21-09:00

1 stop25h 39m

$2,036

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

00:45-22:16

2 stops40h 31m

San Diego

Sat 15/3

17:27-23:00

2 stops35h 33m

$3,168

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

00:35-14:18

2 stops32h 43m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

21:59-08:15

2 stops40h 16m

$3,246

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

12:55-21:10

2 stops25h 15m

San Diego

Tue 29/4

16:20-11:30

2 stops26h 10m

$9,211

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 21/4

07:20-16:34

2 stops26h 14m

San Diego

Sat 26/4

08:00-05:35

2 stops28h 35m

$9,614

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

20:00-11:10

2 stops32h 10m

San Diego

Tue 29/4

11:50-11:35

2 stops30h 45m

$13,660

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

03:25-17:18

3 stops56h 53m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

11:10-20:35

3 stops39h 25m

$14,252

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

00:35-17:01

3 stops35h 26m

$3,132

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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 24 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to San Diego at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 24 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to San Diego, such as United Airlines, Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
188 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.9
Good
482 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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. 3 airlines have flights to San Diego from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • 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 $1,697. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $2,036, and Singapore Airlines, from $2,157. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for 20% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,331Average$1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,441Average$2,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,559Average$2,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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