Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne from $1,069

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. 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.
SAN — MEL
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from San Diego to Melbourne are usually found in April or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,837

Round-trip from

$1,155
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From San Diego to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Melbourne?

Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 47% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from San Diego to Melbourne, book at least 35 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 34% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,966 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,966.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to Melbourne from San Diego average $2,054. You can even find prices in April for less than $2,054, as users have found deals to Melbourne from as low as $1,089. The month of May appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne from San Diego. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 26%.

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

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Diego and Melbourne. 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Diego to Melbourne. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 6/1710:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/289:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,470
Mon 6/1711:30 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/289:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,503

Cheap Emirates flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between San Diego and Melbourne. 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Emirates flights traveling from San Diego to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 6/1712:02 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops48h 28mEmirates
Thu 6/272:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops60h 35mEmirates
Deal found 3/18$4,597
Mon 6/1712:02 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops38h 33mEmirates
Thu 6/272:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops60h 35mEmirates
Deal found 3/18$4,604

Cheap San Diego to Melbourne flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Melbourne specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 3/2010:23 amSAN - MEL
2 stops30h 22mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/3110:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop25h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/18$1,136
Wed 3/208:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/3112:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,349
Tue 3/198:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2410:30 amMEL - SAN
3 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,353
Tue 3/199:00 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/244:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,355
Mon 3/181:37 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop26h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/2212:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,399
Mon 3/184:15 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/2212:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,403
Tue 3/1911:00 amSAN - MEL
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/247:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$3,068
Tue 3/195:45 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/231:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops36h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$3,146
Wed 3/207:47 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops42h 28mSingapore Airlines
Sat 3/3012:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops50h 41mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/18$3,698

San Diego to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 10/204:55 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/276:00 amAVV - SAN
2 stops24h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,069
Sun 10/207:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/276:10 amMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,075
Sun 10/204:04 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 46mAir New Zealand
Sun 10/2710:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop25h 19mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/18$1,123
Wed 3/2010:23 amSAN - MEL
2 stops30h 22mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/3110:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop25h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/18$1,136
Mon 6/1712:40 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/289:40 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops31h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,248
Wed 3/208:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/3112:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,349
Tue 3/198:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2410:30 amMEL - SAN
3 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,353
Tue 3/199:00 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/244:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,355
Fri 9/204:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/237:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,364

Find flights from San Diego to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Melbourne 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,248 - $4,604

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 6/28

2 stops31h 22m

$1,248

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 6/28

1 stop17h 48m

$1,470

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 6/28

1 stop17h 48m

$1,503

San DiegoMelbourne Avalon

SAN - AVV

SANAVV

San Diego

Mon 6/17

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 6/28

2 stops36h 26m

$2,191

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

3 stops44h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 6/28

2 stops32h 52m

$2,879

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

3 stops37h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 6/28

3 stops44h 50m

$4,022

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

2 stops48h 28m

Melbourne

Thu 6/27

3 stops60h 35m

$4,597

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Mon 6/17

3 stops38h 33m

Melbourne

Thu 6/27

3 stops60h 35m

$4,604

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Deals found on 3/18

When is the best time to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings 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 Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from San Diego to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Diego to Melbourne is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $2,814. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne (average of $1,155). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,856). 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

$1,551

February

$1,155

March

$1,215

April

$1,570

May

$1,600

June

$1,627

July

$1,856

August

$1,543

September

$1,493

October

$1,578

November

$1,527

December

$1,703

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and Emirates from San Diego to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.0
Good
6,717 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,215 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Melbourne. 2 airlines have flights from San Diego to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,248, but on average you can expect to pay $2,814.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Melbourne round-trip from $1,470. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $2,879, and Emirates, from $4,597. Users have found that United Airlines is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does SAN to MEL mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,457Average$2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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