Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN) from $594

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — SAN
Mai 13 — Mai 201

The best prices from Melbourne to San Diego are usually found in March or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 Mai 8, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,197

Round-trip from

$288
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 45% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Melbourne to San Diego

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

Flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego are found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Diego.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego, book at least 52 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 137% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $996 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,771.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to San Diego. Flights to San Diego from Melbourne Airport in March are about $1,616 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $745.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (MEL - SAN)?

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

Cheap United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Melbourne and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Melbourne to San Diego. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mo 5/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Di 5/144:04 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$967
So 6/210:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops40h 25mUnited Airlines
Do 6/67:20 amSAN - MEL
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,249
Mi 6/59:30 amMEL - SAN
3 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Mi 6/121:21 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,867
Mo 6/2410:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Mi 7/31:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,338
Mo 6/2410:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop30h 04mUnited Airlines
Fr 7/57:26 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,620
Fr 6/2810:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 27mUnited Airlines
Sa 7/610:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,901

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Melbourne and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Japan Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Melbourne to San Diego. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mi 9/187:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Mo 9/238:07 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,537
Mi 9/187:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 37mJapan Airlines
Mo 9/238:07 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,714
Mo 6/247:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops44h 21mJapan Airlines
Sa 7/61:30 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$6,030
Sa 6/297:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 25mJapan Airlines
Mo 7/11:30 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$6,227
Sa 6/297:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 25mJapan Airlines
Do 7/41:30 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$6,608

Cheap Melbourne to San Diego flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to San Diego specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Prices were last updated on Mai 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Di 6/2512:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$3,185
Mo 6/2412:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$3,289
Sa 6/298:45 amMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 56mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$3,719
So 6/309:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$3,734
Fr 5/249:15 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops40h 10mEmirates
Di 5/2812:10 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops38h 25mEmirates
Deal found 5/8$3,747
Do 6/2711:55 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops58h 37mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$4,603
Mo 6/2410:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Mi 7/31:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,338
Mo 6/2411:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mo 7/112:36 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,347
Mo 6/2411:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Di 7/25:40 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$5,357

Melbourne to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to San Diego in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
So 6/26:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Do 6/64:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,047
Mi 6/59:15 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mi 6/1210:57 amSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,121
So 6/210:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops40h 25mUnited Airlines
Do 6/67:20 amSAN - MEL
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,249
Mi 6/51:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mi 6/1210:57 amSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,404
Mi 9/187:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Mo 9/238:07 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,537
Mi 9/187:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 37mJapan Airlines
Mo 9/238:07 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,714
So 6/26:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Do 6/610:00 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,729
Mo 5/1311:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Di 5/1412:45 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,789
Mi 9/1811:35 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mo 9/236:00 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,859

Melbourne to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Melbourne to San Diego. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Mo 5/139:15 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 38mAmerican Airlines
Di 5/144:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop43h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$849
Mo 5/1311:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 31mAmerican Airlines
Di 5/1410:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$864
Mo 5/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Di 5/144:04 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$967

One-way flights to San Diego from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Melbourne to San Diego can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Melbourne to San Diego flights by using the search form above.
Do 7/47:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$594
Fr 7/51:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$717
Fr 7/59:15 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$721
Sa 7/67:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,080
Do 7/49:15 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,251
Do 7/411:35 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops35h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,621
Sa 7/66:00 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops40h 17mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/6$1,983
Fr 7/53:40 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops44h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$2,309

Find flights from Melbourne to San Diego within your budget

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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated Mai 8, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,121 - $2,879

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 6/5

2 stops29h 52m

San Diego

Mi 6/12

2 stops25h 48m

$1,121

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

So 6/2

2 stops40h 25m

San Diego

Do 6/6

1 stop31h 55m

$1,249

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 6/5

1 stop24h 11m

San Diego

Mi 6/12

1 stop25h 28m

$1,404

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 9/18

1 stop21h 15m

San Diego

Mo 9/23

2 stops28h 28m

$1,537

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 9/18

2 stops25h 37m

San Diego

Mo 9/23

2 stops28h 28m

$1,714

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

So 6/2

2 stops22h 57m

San Diego

Do 6/6

3 stops44h 35m

$1,729

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 9/18

3 stops34h 38m

San Diego

Mo 9/23

2 stops33h 35m

$1,859

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mi 6/5

3 stops42h 10m

San Diego

Mi 6/12

3 stops44h 05m

$2,746

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Di 9/17

3 stops61h 03m

San Diego

Mo 9/23

3 stops38h 30m

$2,879

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/6

When is the best time to 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 May 3, 2024.
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 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to San Diego. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
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All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to San Diego is currently $1,285 while a round-trip flight costs $1,804. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$301

May

$304

June

$360

July

$359

August

$311

September

$298

October

$288

November

$335

December

$305

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

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 Mai 8, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Japan Airlines and Emirates from Melbourne to San Diego to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.1
Very good
3,995 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

7.8
Good
1,100 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,121, but on average you can expect to pay $2,349.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $900?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $900.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,121, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Japan Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 30% 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $717. Japan Airlines flights start at $1,080 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $1,983 one-way.

  • What does MEL to SAN mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and San Diego Airport is SAN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/6.

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United AirlinesCheapest$839Average$1,935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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