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$472+ 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SAN
feb. 19 — feb. 261
jue. 2/19
jue. 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 enero 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/89:30 am
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
jue. 4/166:22 pm
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops44h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$865
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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. 4/129:30 am
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops24h 46m
United Airlines
sáb. 4/185:00 pm
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops46h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$866
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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. 3/611:30 am
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop27h 18m
United Airlines
dom. 3/158:50 pm
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$867
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/810:00 am
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop25h 22m
Delta
mar. 4/145:00 pm
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops45h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/18$872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 3/31:00 pm
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop20h 49m
United Airlines
mar. 3/104:00 pm
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$874
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/1812:10 pm
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops24h 23m
Air New Zealand
vie. 3/276:15 am
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops34h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/18$938
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/67:10 am
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops23h 53m
Air Canada
lun. 3/96:05 pm
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops24h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/17$1,015
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/910:55 am
MEL
-
SAN
1 stop18h 00m
Virgin Australia
jue. 4/166:36 am
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop32h 39m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/18$1,123
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
vie. 4/106:00 am
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 4/126:10 pm
SAN
-
MEL
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/1110:55 am
MEL
-
SAN
2 stops26h 17m
United Airlines
sáb. 4/186:36 am
SAN
-
MEL
1 stop32h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$1,222

Find 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 enero 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$865
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$472
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,360
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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 enero 20, 2026.
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

mié. 3/18

12:00 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop20h 49m

San Diego

vie. 3/27

9:54 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 06m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 4/10

10:55 am-12:29 am

1 stop30h 34m

San Diego

vie. 4/17

8:39 pm-7:30 am

1 stop17h 51m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

vie. 4/10

9:30 am-8:12 pm

1 stop27h 42m

San Diego

sáb. 4/18

7:20 am-8:15 am

1 stop31h 55m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

jue. 4/9

10:55 am-8:12 pm

2 stops26h 17m

San Diego

vie. 4/17

6:20 am-7:30 am

1 stop32h 10m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

jue. 3/5

11:30 am-6:33 pm

2 stops26h 03m

San Diego

jue. 3/12

12:55 pm-8:30 am

2 stops25h 35m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 4/8

9:30 am-3:39 pm

2 stops23h 09m

San Diego

vie. 4/17

11:01 am-7:30 am

1 stop27h 29m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 4/8

10:55 am-11:55 am

1 stop18h 00m

San Diego

jue. 4/16

7:40 pm-7:30 am

2 stops42h 50m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

mié. 4/8

10:55 am-11:55 am

1 stop18h 00m

San Diego

mié. 4/15

6:20 pm-8:15 am

2 stops20h 55m

$865

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

dom. 3/15

1:55 pm-8:18 am

2 stops36h 23m

$472

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

dom. 3/15

9:10 am-9:07 am

1 stop17h 57m

$550

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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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $720). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,049). 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 enero 20, 2026.
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
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

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
9,180 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

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 $865, United Airlines can have you in San Diego from Melbourne Airport in 20h 49m. 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 $1,043, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.. United Airlines is priced at 4% 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $720). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,049). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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