Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego from $1,431

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. 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
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
Wed 22/5
Wed 29/5

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 17 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,765

Round-trip from

$1,384
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 45% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
Search Deals
From Melbourne to San Diego
Search Deals

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 98% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,531 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,651.

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 $2,413. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $1,115. 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 43% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Japan Airlines flights we've found from Melbourne to San Diego. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 9/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1107:00SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,786
Sat 9/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Sun 17/1112:52SAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,284
Mon 11/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 27mJapan Airlines
Sun 17/1112:52SAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,633
Fri 8/1107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1108:00SAN - MEL
2 stops26h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 15/5$9,003
Fri 8/1107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 17/1112:52SAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 15/5$9,010
Fri 8/1107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1107:00SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$9,066
Fri 8/1107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 17/1112:52SAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$9,075

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore 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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Singapore 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.
Sun 10/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/1120:55SAN - MEL
2 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,913
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Fri 15/1115:58SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,976
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/1115:20SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,221
Sat 9/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sun 17/1115:58SAN - MEL
2 stops42h 47mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,610
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Sun 17/1115:58SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,714

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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 17 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 11/1112:05MEL - SAN
2 stops26h 47mAir New Zealand
Sat 16/1110:37SAN - MEL
2 stops29h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$1,431
Sun 10/1118:30MEL - SAN
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/1110:30SAN - MEL
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$1,584
Wed 13/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1107:00SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,690
Sat 9/1107:20MEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1107:00SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,786
Sun 10/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/1120:55SAN - MEL
2 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,913
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1118:00SAN - MEL
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,941
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Fri 15/1115:58SAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5$1,976
Fri 8/1100:35MEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/1120:55SAN - MEL
3 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,106
Wed 13/1107:20MEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/1107:00SAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,124

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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,431 - $4,164

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 11/11

2 stops26h 47m

San Diego

Sat 16/11

2 stops29h 08m

$1,431

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 10/11

2 stops22h 50m

San Diego

Sun 17/11

2 stops50h 05m

$1,584

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 9/11

2 stops45h 20m

San Diego

Mon 18/11

2 stops27h 40m

$1,786

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 10/11

2 stops30h 23m

San Diego

Sat 16/11

2 stops40h 20m

$1,913

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 8/11

2 stops33h 02m

San Diego

Mon 18/11

2 stops32h 25m

$1,941

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 8/11

2 stops33h 02m

San Diego

Fri 15/11

2 stops31h 12m

$1,976

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 9/11

2 stops45h 20m

San Diego

Sun 17/11

2 stops45h 48m

$2,284

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 12/11

1 stop20h 50m

San Diego

Mon 18/11

1 stop43h 48m

$2,381

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 9/11

3 stops58h 12m

San Diego

Sun 17/11

2 stops48h 48m

$4,164

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 16/5

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 10 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.
Search Deals

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 12 May 2024.
Morning
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.
Search Deals

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 $2,162. Price data was last updated on 12 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 $1,612). 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

$1,531

February

$1,491

March

$1,383

April

$1,685

May

$1,703

June

$2,413

July

$2,223

August

$1,811

September

$2,157

October

$1,682

November

$1,889

December

$2,318

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 17 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to San Diego, such as Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

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
1,472 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

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
3,955 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
246 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

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 Air New Zealand for just $1,431, but on average you can expect to pay $2,262.

  • 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 $1,431. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Japan Airlines, from $1,786, and Singapore Airlines, from $1,913. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for 40% 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 16/5.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$2,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,505Average$2,835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Search Virgin Australia flights
Air CanadaCheapest$1,530Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air Canada flights
Air New ZealandCheapest$2,029Average$2,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights
Melbourne to Seattle flights
Perth to Chennai flights
Brisbane to Frankfurt am Main flights
Launceston to Melbourne flights
Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights
Melbourne to Zagreb flights
Sydney to Byron Bay flights
Melbourne to Canberra flights
Perth to Coolangatta flights
Brisbane to Vietnam flights
Sydney to Tel Aviv flights
Melbourne Airport to Sao Paulo flights

Search flights from Melbourne to San Diego by cabin class

Find flights from Melbourne to San Diego, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
First Class
Business Class
Prem Econ Class
Economy class

Book a flight to one of these trending destinations

User searches for flights to these destinations increased 20% or more in the past 90 days compared to other destinations
Flights to Khon Kaen
Flights to Charleville
Flights to Dalaman
Flights to Zakynthos Dionsios Salomos
Flights to Dakar Blaise Diagne
Flights to Olbia Costa Smeralda
Flights to Kinshasa N'djili
Flights to Freetown Lungi Intl
Flights to Roxas City
Flights to Bandar Lampung Radin Inten II
Flights to Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
Flights to San Jose
Flights to Kona Intl
Flights to Nürnberg
Flights to Syracuse Hancock Intl
Flights to Kamloops
Flights to Poznan Lawica
Flights to Milas–Bodrum
Flights to Lilongwe Intl
Flights to Nantes Atlantique
Flights to Bergamo Orio Al Serio
Flights to Kayseri
Flights to Kos
Flights to Lhasa

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to San Diego?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to San Diego with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Melbourne to San Diego with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to San Diego become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines