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Cheap flights from San Diego to Sydney from $500

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SYD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from San Diego to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Sydney (SYD). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,229

One-way from

$500

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,777
23/2-10/3
  • 23/2-10/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 49m total
  • San Diego to Sydney
2/4
  • 2/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 20m total
  • San Diego to Sydney
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 30/1210:06SAN - SYD
2 stops28h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/111:20SYD - SAN
2 stops22h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,418
Mon 30/1211:16SAN - SYD
3 stops54h 14mFiji Airways
Tue 14/114:00SYD - SAN
3 stops35h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,780
Sun 29/1207:40SAN - SYD
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/114:00SYD - SAN
2 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,928
Tue 24/1210:01SAN - SYD
2 stops27h 44mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/117:45SYD - SAN
2 stops35h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$3,953
Sat 28/1211:16SAN - SYD
1 stop36h 04mQantas Airways
Thu 2/117:50SYD - SAN
2 stops37h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$5,258
Mon 23/1213:31SAN - SYD
3 stops46h 24mBritish Airways
Sun 29/1216:20SYD - SAN
3 stops45h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12$24,534

Find flights from San Diego to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Sydney 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 19 December 2024.

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SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 23/2

10:36-15:35

1 stop33h 59m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/3

17:25-19:15

2 stops19h 50m

$1,229

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Mon 30/12

19:13-09:15

1 stop19h 02m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/1

16:15-18:34

1 stop21h 19m

$1,418

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Mon 3/3

17:45-08:35

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/3

10:05-10:13

1 stop18h 08m

$1,634

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Thu 20/2

16:00-09:35

1 stop22h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

08:00-11:05

2 stops21h 05m

$1,797

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 19/2

19:19-09:15

1 stop18h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

13:55-18:18

2 stops22h 23m

$2,153

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Thu 16/1

10:48-19:45

1 stop37h 57m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/2

21:40-19:35

1 stop16h 55m

$2,335

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sat 22/2

10:36-12:30

2 stops30h 54m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

14:00-06:50

3 stops34h 50m

$2,411

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sat 22/2

20:49-20:15

2 stops28h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

12:25-23:43

2 stops29h 18m

$2,494

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 4/5

07:00-06:10

2 stops30h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

08:15-16:06

2 stops48h 51m

$2,769

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 5/1

20:05-08:20

2 stops41h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

10:20-23:58

2 stops32h 38m

$3,696

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Sydney

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Diego to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Sydney. 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 San Diego to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from San Diego to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 SAN to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Sydney in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Sydney, such as Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.3
Very Good
477 reviews
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very Good
191 reviews
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.0
Very Good
9,551 reviews
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Sydney round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Sydney round-trip from $1,418. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,634, and Air Canada, from $1,797. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Sydney for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Sydney one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $775. Delta flights start at $957 while deals on Air Canada start at $1,262 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Sydney 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 San Diego to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from San Diego to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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