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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?
The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from Australia, with most prices found around $1,545. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to San Diego during February average around $1,642.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Diego from Australia is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,866. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,339.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?
Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to San Diego flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Diego in the evening for as low as $1,707. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $2,127. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
How long does it take to fly to San Diego?
The average flight duration from Australia to San Diego depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego is 17h 27m on average, while flying from Melbourne to San Diego is 21h 15m on average. San Diego is the most popular airport in San Diego.
How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Australia when booking 30 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $2,055 when searching 30 days out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Australia for as low as $1,154 on momondo.
Cheapest flights to San Diego airports
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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Sydney TO San Diego
Sydney (SYD) to Ontario (ONT)
Typically, flights to San Diego from Sydney are cheaper when flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ontario, which has an average price of $1,889
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY | March | 25% cheaper | Flying from Sydney to San Diego costs on average just $1,545 in March |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY | December | 25% more expensive | It costs about $2,569 for flights to San Diego from Sydney in December |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY | December | 223% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to San Diego from Sydney in December than any other month |
Cheap San Diego flight deals and tips
Summary info about San Diego flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | $557 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | $1,303 |
Fastest flight time | 18h 44m |
Operated By | 8 airlines |
Frequently asked questions about flying to San Diego
How long does it take to fly to San Diego?
Currently, direct flights from Australia to San Diego, USA, are unavailable. However, on average, a one-stop flight from Sydney, Australia, via Los Angeles touches down in San Diego, USA, in about 17 hours. If you fly from Sydney and stop twice at Incheon and Los Angeles, you will arrive in about 45 hours. However, it can take longer than this, depending on where you stop and the waiting duration. From Melbourne via Doha and San Francisco, the plane will be landing at San Diego in about 54 hours. However, there are shorter routes than this, including a stop at Doha and Dallas, which takes about 40 hours.
Where can you fly directly into San Diego from?
While direct flight options to San Diego International Airport, San Diego, may not be available at any airport in Australia, plenty of connecting flights to San Diego, USA, are available. Sydney offers great San Diego flight deals via a maximum of three stops. One-stop flights from Sydney will likely stop at either San Francisco or Los Angeles before the plane lands at your destination. From Brisbane, the plane will likely stop twice, at Doha and San Francisco, before heading to San Diego. Most flights from Gold Coast, Australia, fly through at least three cities, for example Sydney, Tokyo and San Francisco, before landing at San Diego Airport.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Diego?
Users booking trips to San Diego from San Francisco found flights 41% cheaper than the average price of flights to San Diego. To find the cheapest price to San Diego from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
When is the best time to plan a beach trip to San Diego?
The month of August is often the best time to visit San Diego to go to the beach due to the weather. La Jolla Cove is the most often visited beach in the area. Another popular beach in the area is Mission Beach.
Is there an alternative airport near San Diego?
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near San Diego is possible. If you are planning a flight to San Diego, consider booking flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (126 km from San Diego city centre), Palm Springs Airport (138 km from San Diego city centre) or Ontario Airport (155 km from San Diego city centre).
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San Diego?
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport has an average price of $208 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting San Diego. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to San Diego Airport?
As of May 2024, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to San Diego?
It is quick and easy to find flights to San Diego on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to San Diego that suits you.
Can I find flights to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Diego with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights to San Diego?
Once all potential San Diego flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight to San Diego now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to San Diego and let you know when they change.