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$392+ Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego (SAN)

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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Australia to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$718
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$392
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,122
From Australia to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Australia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 10/155:20 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/185:55 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$718
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/110:20 amSYD - SAN
2 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/1412:45 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$773
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:20 amSYD - SAN
1 stop25h 04mAir Canada
Wed 11/1912:45 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop25h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$817
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/19:10 amSYD - SAN
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/149:45 amSAN - SYD
2 stops28h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 12/1310:40 amSYD - SAN
1 stop31h 14mDelta
Sun 1/186:15 amSAN - SYD
1 stop31h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/29$849
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:45 amMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/76:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$900
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1411:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops28h 54mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/202:21 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops25h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/28$912
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/123:05 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/1912:38 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$984
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/128:05 pmBNE - SAN
2 stops29h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/191:06 pmSAN - BNE
2 stops23h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$986
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/1210:30 amBNE - SAN
1 stop24h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1912:52 pmSAN - BNE
2 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/1210:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1912:52 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$997
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/162:00 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop17h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/1412:15 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop26h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/29$1,033

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/15

5:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

San Diego

Sat 10/18

5:55 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$718

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/13

9:30 am-12:52 pm

2 stops20h 22m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

2:21 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 39m

$834

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/11

9:20 am-9:53 pm

1 stop29h 33m

San Diego

Mon 8/18

12:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop25h 40m

$842

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/11

9:25 am-9:19 am

1 stop16h 54m

San Diego

Thu 9/18

7:46 pm-6:35 am

1 stop17h 49m

$853

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

6:45 am-12:03 pm

2 stops24h 18m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

6:10 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$900

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/14

11:50 am-11:44 pm

2 stops28h 54m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

2:21 pm-8:45 am

2 stops25h 24m

$912

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 9/12

3:05 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop22h 15m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

12:38 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 22m

$984

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Fri 9/12

8:05 pm-8:24 am

2 stops29h 19m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

1:06 pm-5:25 am

2 stops23h 19m

$986

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Fri 9/12

10:30 am-6:23 pm

1 stop24h 53m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

12:52 pm-6:30 am

2 stops24h 38m

$996

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 9/12

10:55 am-8:25 pm

2 stops26h 30m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

12:52 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 23m

$997

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to San Diego

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Australia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 AU to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to San Diego as you normally would.

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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, and Emirates from Australia to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 Australia?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Australia.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $474 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $499 and United Airlines from $503 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Diego, Brisbane - San Diego or Perth - San Diego when deciding on the best route from Australia to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Australia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Australia to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$648Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$795Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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