Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN) from $558

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 7/10. 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
May 21 — May 281

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 Monday 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 May 16, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,179

Round-trip from

$288
High demand for flights, 28% 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 Thursday. 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 98% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,023 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 $1,612 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 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Japan Airlines flights we've come across from Melbourne to San Diego. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 11/97:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/187:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,193
Sat 11/97:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Sun 11/1712:52 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,526
Mon 11/117:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 27mJapan Airlines
Sun 11/1712:52 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,759
Fri 11/87:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/188:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$6,015
Fri 11/87:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Fri 11/1512:52 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$6,020
Fri 11/87:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/187:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$6,057
Fri 11/87:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 11/1712:52 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops45h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$6,063

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Singapore 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.
Sun 11/1012:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/168:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,278
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Fri 11/153:58 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,320
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/163:20 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,484
Sat 11/912:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/173:58 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops42h 47mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,744
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/173:58 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,813

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 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 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.
Wed 5/151:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1910:50 amSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$2,443
Wed 6/59:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/126:15 amSAN - MEL
2 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$5,635
Thu 5/308:45 amMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand
Fri 6/77:20 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/15$6,041
Wed 6/59:30 amMEL - SAN
3 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/121:25 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$8,209
Thu 5/306:05 amMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 52mAir Canada
Thu 6/67:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$10,300
Thu 5/3010:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/78:35 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$11,616
Thu 5/3012:25 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/77:14 amSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$12,902
Thu 5/3012:25 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:35 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$12,931
Thu 5/306:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 07mAir Canada
Fri 6/710:00 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops44h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$14,600

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 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.
Mon 11/1112:05 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 47mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/1610:37 amSAN - MEL
2 stops29h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/16$956
Sun 11/106:30 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1710:30 amSAN - MEL
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,058
Wed 11/137:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/187:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,129
Sat 11/97:20 amMEL - SAN
2 stops45h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/187:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,193
Sun 11/1012:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops30h 23mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/168:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,278
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/186:00 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,297
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mSingapore Airlines
Fri 11/153:58 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops31h 12mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,320
Fri 11/812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/168:55 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,407
Wed 11/137:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/187:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,419

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 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.
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$558
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$647
Mon 7/812:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$678
Mon 7/89:15 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops38h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$741
Mon 7/810:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,211
Sun 7/712:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,227
Tue 7/912:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,267
Wed 7/106:00 amMEL - SAN
3 stops28h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,349
Sun 7/72:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops59h 54mEmirates
Deal found 5/15$2,169

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$956 - $2,782

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 11/11

2 stops26h 47m

San Diego

Sat 11/16

2 stops29h 08m

$956

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

2 stops22h 50m

San Diego

Sun 11/17

2 stops50h 05m

$1,058

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

2 stops45h 20m

San Diego

Mon 11/18

2 stops27h 40m

$1,193

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

2 stops30h 23m

San Diego

Sat 11/16

2 stops40h 20m

$1,278

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 11/8

2 stops33h 02m

San Diego

Mon 11/18

2 stops32h 25m

$1,297

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 11/8

2 stops33h 02m

San Diego

Fri 11/15

2 stops31h 12m

$1,320

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

2 stops45h 20m

San Diego

Sun 11/17

2 stops45h 48m

$1,526

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 11/12

1 stop20h 50m

San Diego

Mon 11/18

1 stop43h 48m

$1,591

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 11/9

3 stops58h 12m

San Diego

Sun 11/17

2 stops48h 48m

$2,782

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/16

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 10, 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 12, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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. Friday 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 $1,094 while a round-trip flight costs $1,445. Price data was last updated on May 12, 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $356). 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

$298

May

$297

June

$346

July

$356

August

$308

September

$298

October

$288

November

$337

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 May 16, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and American Airlines 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
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very good
626 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
246 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

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 $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $956, but on average you can expect to pay $1,511.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $956, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. Air New Zealand is priced at 40% 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 $741. Virgin Australia flights start at $1,211 while deals on Emirates start at $2,169 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 5/16.

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Top airline flying from Melbourne to San Diego

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