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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego from $1,288

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — SAN
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
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Tue 21/5

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 9 May 2024.

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December

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March

Average price

$1,821

Round-trip from

$1,406
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego are generally found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Diego.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego, book at least 52 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 137% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,515 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,694.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

March can be a great time to fly to San Diego from Melbourne Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $2,458. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $1,133. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (MEL - SAN)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Emirates flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Melbourne and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found from Melbourne to San Diego. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 17/902:25MEL - SAN
3 stops61h 03mEmirates
Mon 23/912:05SAN - MEL
3 stops38h 30mEmirates
Deal found 8/5$4,376
Tue 17/902:25MEL - SAN
3 stops61h 03mEmirates
Mon 23/912:05SAN - MEL
2 stops48h 25mEmirates
Deal found 8/5$4,470
Fri 24/521:15MEL - SAN
2 stops40h 10mEmirates
Tue 28/512:10SAN - MEL
3 stops38h 25mEmirates
Deal found 8/5$5,699

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Melbourne and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Japan Airlines flights departing from Melbourne and landing in San Diego. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 18/907:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Mon 23/908:07SAN - MEL
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,335
Sat 29/607:20MEL - SAN
2 stops25h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 14/714:00SAN - MEL
2 stops46h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 8/5$9,605

Cheap Melbourne to San Diego flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to San Diego specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Prices were last updated on 9 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to San Diego in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 13/521:15MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/516:40SAN - MEL
1 stop43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,288
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/516:40SAN - MEL
1 stop43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,305
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/507:12SAN - MEL
2 stops29h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,311
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops25h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 21/509:21SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,334
Fri 24/513:00MEL - SAN
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 28/510:50SAN - MEL
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,410
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop24h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/517:18SAN - MEL
1 stop21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,460
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/513:44SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,468
Fri 24/509:30MEL - SAN
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 28/513:22SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,560
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop24h 21mVirgin Australia
Tue 21/519:18SAN - MEL
1 stop19h 57mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,598

Melbourne to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to San Diego in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 13/521:15MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/516:40SAN - MEL
1 stop43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,288
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/516:40SAN - MEL
1 stop43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,305
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 14/507:12SAN - MEL
2 stops29h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,311
Mon 13/511:55MEL - SAN
2 stops25h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 21/509:21SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,334
Fri 24/513:00MEL - SAN
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 28/510:50SAN - MEL
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,410
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop24h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/517:18SAN - MEL
1 stop21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,460
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/513:44SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,468
Fri 24/509:30MEL - SAN
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 28/513:22SAN - MEL
1 stop25h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,560
Mon 13/510:55MEL - SAN
1 stop24h 21mVirgin Australia
Tue 21/519:18SAN - MEL
1 stop19h 57mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,598

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 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.

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$1,410 - $4,470

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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 24/5

1 stop22h 30m

San Diego

Tue 28/5

2 stops25h 55m

$1,410

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 24/5

1 stop17h 55m

San Diego

Tue 28/5

1 stop25h 53m

$1,560

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

1 stop21h 15m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

2 stops28h 28m

$2,335

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

2 stops32h 56m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

2 stops25h 10m

$2,475

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

3 stops34h 38m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

2 stops33h 35m

$2,826

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

1 stop22h 25m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

1 stop26h 50m

$3,197

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/9

3 stops34h 38m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

3 stops51h 15m

$3,667

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 17/9

3 stops61h 03m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

3 stops38h 30m

$4,376

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 17/9

3 stops61h 03m

San Diego

Mon 23/9

2 stops48h 25m

$4,470

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Deals found on 8/5

When is the best time to 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 3 May 2024.
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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to San Diego is currently $0 while a return flight costs $2,924. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,577). 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.

January

$1,556

February

$1,515

March

$1,405

April

$1,713

May

$1,731

June

$2,398

July

$2,262

August

$1,840

September

$2,193

October

$1,710

November

$1,900

December

$2,364

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

14 - 22 °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 9 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to San Diego, such as Emirates and Japan Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,986 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,027 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,665 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,926 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,410, but on average you can expect to pay $3,783.

  • 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 $1,410. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,560, and Japan Airlines, from $2,335. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

    Consider Air Canada, Air New Zealand or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.

  • What does MEL to SAN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to SAN flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,268Average$2,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,530Average$2,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,555Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,043Average$2,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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