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$562+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MEL
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$896
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$562
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,817
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/151:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$994
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:12 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1911:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$998
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/314:15 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Sun 1/1810:10 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/23$1,000
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/314:15 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Wed 1/1410:10 amMEL - SAN
2 stops31h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/23$1,005
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:45 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/141:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/44:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Wed 12/101:05 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/221:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/137:10 amMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops44h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/161:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:12 amSAN - MEL
1 stop27h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1711:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:55 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1811:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,292

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Melbourne 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 2/6

12:46 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 44m

Melbourne

Fri 3/6

12:00 pm-4:13 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$974

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop21h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

1:00 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 2/4

8:37 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 53m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

1:00 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 2/1

7:52 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 08m

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

11:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop17h 54m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 2/1

7:52 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 08m

Melbourne

Wed 2/18

1:00 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 2/6

7:52 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 08m

Melbourne

Wed 2/18

11:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop17h 54m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 1/31

8:37 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 53m

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

1:00 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Tue 2/3

4:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops22h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

1:00 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 2/4

8:37 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 53m

Melbourne

Mon 2/16

1:00 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$984

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 2/1

7:52 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 08m

Melbourne

Fri 2/13

11:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop17h 54m

$984

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport (average of $821). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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 SAN to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from San Diego to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

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

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in about 21h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 44m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7940 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $935, United Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne 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 San Diego to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne Airport (average of $821). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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 airline flying from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Diego to Melbourne. 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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