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Cheap flights from Melbourne to San Diego from $842

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
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 (ME1) 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 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,328

One-way from

$842

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/2-17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 11m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 14m total
  • Melbourne to San Diego
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 38% potential price drop

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 15 November 2024.

Wed 20/1116:50MEL - SAN
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/1207:40SAN - MEL
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,725
Mon 16/1211:30MEL - SAN
2 stops29h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/107:35SAN - MEL
1 stop31h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/11$2,077
Sun 29/1208:10MEL - SAN
2 stops32h 39mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/120:05SAN - MEL
1 stop18h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$2,638
Tue 19/1116:20MEL - SAN
1 stop20h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 25/1211:45SAN - MEL
2 stops24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,756
Tue 19/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 27mJapan Airlines
Fri 27/1214:08SAN - MEL
2 stops44h 32mJapan Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,402
Sun 17/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Fri 27/1215:52SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 18mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/11$3,795
Tue 19/1113:45MEL - SAN
3 stops36h 35mFiji Airways
Thu 26/1217:00SAN - MEL
2 stops24h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/11$4,192
Tue 19/1123:30MEL - SAN
2 stops39h 34mQatar Airways
Sat 21/1209:11SAN - MEL
2 stops38h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/11$4,550
Mon 16/1203:25MEL - SAN
3 stops58h 07mEmirates
Wed 26/210:20SAN - MEL
2 stops42h 00mEmirates
Deal found 15/11$4,779
Fri 13/1200:45MEL - SAN
2 stops57h 14mCathay Pacific
Sat 21/1218:55SAN - MEL
2 stops46h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/11$5,790

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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

11:30-17:44

2 stops25h 14m

San Diego

Mon 17/3

13:37-08:30

2 stops24h 53m

$1,328

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

23:35-17:56

3 stops35h 21m

San Diego

Wed 21/5

18:50-20:35

2 stops32h 45m

$1,918

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

06:05-16:07

2 stops27h 02m

San Diego

Sun 25/5

16:55-12:20

2 stops26h 25m

$2,036

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

23:35-14:06

2 stops31h 31m

San Diego

Sat 24/5

07:05-07:25

2 stops31h 20m

$2,249

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

09:40-15:45

2 stops23h 05m

San Diego

Thu 22/5

16:47-05:00

1 stop43h 13m

$2,516

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 29/12

08:10-21:49

2 stops32h 39m

San Diego

Sun 5/1

20:05-10:00

1 stop18h 55m

$2,638

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

23:55-17:39

2 stops36h 44m

San Diego

Mon 17/3

10:36-12:15

3 stops55h 39m

$3,213

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

00:45-15:18

2 stops33h 33m

San Diego

Mon 17/3

19:55-10:35

3 stops44h 40m

$3,230

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 16/12

03:25-18:32

3 stops58h 07m

San Diego

Wed 26/2

10:20-23:20

2 stops42h 00m

$4,779

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 7/12

07:20-15:59

2 stops27h 39m

San Diego

Wed 11/12

08:16-05:40

2 stops26h 24m

$8,048

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 14/11

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego

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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 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 8 November 2024.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego (average of $919). Flying from Melbourne to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,569). 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 15 November 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to San Diego at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 27% 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 15 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Japan Airlines from Melbourne to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,457 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
3,505 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,334 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
201 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

7.6
Good
875 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Melbourne. On average, San Diego has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 4.2 km from San Diego’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $1,328, United Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to San Diego and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $2,036 and $2,249, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to San Diego for 39% 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 to San Diego?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego (average of $919). Flying from Melbourne to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,569). 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

Discover the top 3 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,310Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,398Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,527Average$2,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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