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$491+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to San Diego are usually found in October or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$765
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$491
(Air Canada)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,461
From Melbourne to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
vie. 10/176:10 amMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 41mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/266:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
vie. 10/2410:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/311:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$836
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
vie. 10/1710:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop27h 22mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/265:55 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$838
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mié. 10/2910:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/54:01 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$839
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
sáb. 10/2511:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 58mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/14:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops47h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$871
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
sáb. 10/2511:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 58mVirgin Australia
sáb. 11/15:55 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop21h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/10$1,068
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
vie. 10/1011:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 58mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/1711:08 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/8$1,195

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 10/17

6:10 am-3:51 pm

2 stops27h 41m

San Diego

dom. 10/26

6:10 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$765

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 10/17

11:55 am-6:29 pm

1 stop24h 34m

San Diego

dom. 10/26

11:02 am-9:00 am

2 stops27h 58m

$836

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

sáb. 10/25

11:55 am-5:17 pm

2 stops23h 22m

San Diego

sáb. 11/1

4:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops47h 50m

$838

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 10/29

10:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops22h 30m

San Diego

mié. 11/5

4:01 pm-9:30 am

2 stops22h 29m

$839

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 3/6

11:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

San Diego

vie. 3/6

7:38 pm-9:30 am

2 stops42h 52m

$970

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 10/10

10:30 am-8:16 pm

2 stops27h 46m

San Diego

vie. 10/17

11:08 am-9:15 am

2 stops28h 07m

$1,195

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 11/12

7:25 am-12:03 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$491

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 11/12

8:10 am-12:03 pm

2 stops22h 53m

$493

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 3/6

7:45 am-12:03 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$496

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 12/5

10:10 am-10:54 pm

1 stop31h 44m

$516

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

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 63 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 Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

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

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Melbourne Airport 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to San Diego. 1 airline have flights to San Diego from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to San Diego should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

    For as low as $836, United Airlines can have you in San Diego from Melbourne Airport in 24h 34m. Melbourne Airport and San Diego are separated by a distance of 7940 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $730, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.. United Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 vacation 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

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