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$585+ 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to San Diego are usually found in May or November, 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 July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$870
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$585
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,242
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 July 25, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/76:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 47mAir Canada
Sun 9/144:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 7/24$870
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 07mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/1310:54 amSAN - MEL
2 stops37h 51mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/22$947
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 9/710:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop26h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/147:21 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/76:25 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops34h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:15 amSAN - MEL
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,484
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/257:25 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 10mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/281:35 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/24$4,612
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/241:30 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 14mFiji Airways
Wed 8/277:59 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops23h 01mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/23$6,107

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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 July 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-11:47 am

2 stops22h 47m

San Diego

Sun 9/14

4:55 pm-11:35 am

2 stops25h 40m

$870

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-7:42 pm

2 stops28h 07m

San Diego

Sat 9/13

10:54 am-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$947

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/7

10:55 am-8:48 pm

1 stop26h 53m

San Diego

Sun 9/14

7:21 pm-8:15 am

1 stop19h 54m

$1,332

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/7

6:25 pm-11:47 am

2 stops34h 22m

San Diego

Sun 9/14

6:15 am-11:05 am

3 stops35h 50m

$1,484

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 8/25

7:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop21h 10m

San Diego

Thu 8/28

1:35 pm-5:45 am

1 stop23h 10m

$4,612

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 8/24

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops27h 14m

San Diego

Wed 8/27

7:59 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$6,107

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 8/23

9:00 pm-2:48 pm

3 stops58h 48m

$585

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 11/12

7:10 am-5:24 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$680

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 11/12

1:00 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop26h 48m

$696

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 8/23

10:55 am-12:52 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$827

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Deals found on 7/24

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

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 July 18, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

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 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Fiji Airways 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
201 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
499 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,529 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

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

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.

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

    Air Canada, at $870, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and United Airlines. Air Canada is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $680. United Airlines flights start at $696 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $827 one-way.

  • 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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