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$369+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Mon 7/21
Mon 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego are usually found in May or November, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 July 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$797
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$369
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,122
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sun 9/74:20 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop21h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/2311:17 amSAN - SYD
2 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Fri 8/89:25 amSYD - SAN
2 stops26h 14mDelta
Thu 8/211:38 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops23h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/16$850
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1311:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops23h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/252:21 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops25h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/16$908
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/139:10 amSYD - SAN
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/2512:23 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop25h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/16$961
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:25 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops28h 59mBritish Airways
Tue 9/2312:38 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops25h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/15$1,084
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:20 amSYD - SAN
1 stop29h 33mAir Canada
Tue 8/195:00 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop21h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/15$1,119
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2212:10 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop19h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/188:50 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,686
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops44h 16mANA
Fri 8/158:00 amSAN - SYD
2 stops42h 15mANA
Deal found 7/16$4,514
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/128:55 amSYD - SAN
1 stop43h 40mJapan Airlines
Fri 8/157:39 amSAN - SYD
2 stops29h 41mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/16$5,276

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to San Diego that are best for you.

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SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/7

4:20 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop21h 39m

San Diego

Tue 9/23

11:17 am-2:40 pm

2 stops34h 23m

$797

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/8

9:25 am-6:39 pm

2 stops26h 14m

San Diego

Thu 8/21

1:38 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 57m

$850

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/13

11:50 am-6:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

San Diego

Mon 8/25

2:21 pm-8:45 am

2 stops25h 24m

$908

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/13

9:10 am-3:25 pm

2 stops23h 15m

San Diego

Mon 8/25

12:23 pm-6:55 am

1 stop25h 32m

$961

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/7

8:25 pm-8:24 am

2 stops28h 59m

San Diego

Tue 9/23

12:38 pm-7:05 am

2 stops25h 27m

$1,084

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/12

9:20 am-9:53 pm

1 stop29h 33m

San Diego

Tue 8/19

5:00 pm-7:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

$1,119

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/22

12:10 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

8:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop17h 15m

$1,686

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/12

11:50 am-3:06 pm

2 stops44h 16m

San Diego

Fri 8/15

8:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops42h 15m

$4,514

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/12

8:55 am-11:35 am

1 stop43h 40m

San Diego

Fri 8/15

7:39 am-6:20 am

2 stops29h 41m

$5,276

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/24

5:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, and Alaska Airlines from Sydney to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,513 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
496 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
911 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San Diego round-trip?

    Delta, at $850, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and American Airlines. Delta is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $507 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and United Airlines, with prices starting from $617 and $703, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Sydney 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 Sydney to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$795Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,052Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,078Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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