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$458+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Australia

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SAN — SYD
jun. 23 — jun. 301
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated junio 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$747
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$458
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$996
From San Diego to Australia
One-way flight from San Diego to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($215 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/16:59 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops50h 41mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/54:20 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$716
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/14:29 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop21h 26mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/1412:10 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop24h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$879
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/224:11 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
lun. 10/611:20 amSYD - SAN
1 stop16h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$898
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/296:57 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop18h 38mDelta
mar. 9/99:25 amSYD - SAN
1 stop25h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/16$906
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/144:04 pmSAN - BNE
1 stop21h 26mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/3011:40 amBNE - SAN
1 stop18h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$1,066
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/2011:50 amSAN - BNE
1 stop26h 50mAir Canada
lun. 12/111:10 amBNE - SAN
2 stops41h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 6/18$1,069
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/810:54 amSAN - MEL
2 stops33h 51mAir New Zealand
mar. 9/307:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 06mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/17$1,079
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1010:54 amSAN - BNE
2 stops28h 36mAir New Zealand
dom. 8/249:45 amBNE - SAN
2 stops30h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/16$1,086
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/218:10 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop42h 25mAir Canada
dom. 11/3011:45 amSYD - SAN
2 stops42h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/18$1,134
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/3011:02 amSAN - OOL
2 stops28h 43mAir New Zealand
sáb. 12/136:10 pmOOL - SAN
2 stops47h 26mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/17$1,141
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/259:00 amSAN - SYD
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
vie. 10/39:40 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops26h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$1,159
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/2111:02 amSAN - SYD
2 stops26h 43mAir New Zealand
dom. 11/307:15 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops43h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/18$1,161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Australia that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Australia

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Return

Price

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

lun. 9/1

6:59 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops50h 41m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 9/5

4:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$716

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

vie. 8/1

4:29 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 8/14

12:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$879

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

lun. 9/22

4:11 pm-7:00 am

2 stops21h 49m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 10/6

11:20 am-10:06 am

1 stop16h 46m

$898

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

vie. 8/29

6:57 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 38m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 9/9

9:25 am-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$906

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

lun. 9/8

10:54 am-1:45 pm

2 stops33h 51m

Melbourne

mar. 9/30

7:35 am-11:41 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$1,079

San DiegoBrisbane

SAN - BNE

SANBNE

San Diego

dom. 8/10

10:54 am-8:30 am

2 stops28h 36m

Brisbane

dom. 8/24

9:45 am-11:44 pm

2 stops30h 59m

$1,086

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

vie. 11/21

8:10 pm-9:35 am

1 stop42h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 11/30

11:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops42h 20m

$1,134

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

jue. 9/25

9:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 10/3

9:40 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 50m

$1,159

San DiegoBrisbane

SAN - BNE

SANBNE

San Diego

sáb. 8/2

6:15 am-7:05 am

1 stop31h 50m

Brisbane

dom. 8/17

10:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop18h 57m

$1,172

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

sáb. 8/2

10:50 am-12:15 pm

3 stops32h 25m

Melbourne

sáb. 8/9

12:55 pm-11:06 pm

3 stops27h 11m

$1,196

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/16

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Australia (average of $1,040). Flying from San Diego to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 18, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated junio 18, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Australia, see what other customers have to say about Japan Airlines, ANA and Emirates. 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.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $458. Users have also found prices from $474 and $485 on United Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Australia?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Australia (average of $1,040). Flying from San Diego to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Australia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$748Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$872Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air CanadaCheapest$899Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$911Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$965Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,357Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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