Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and San Diego?

Tokyo (NRT) was the most common stop: 82% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average return price of $1,307.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to San Diego?

United Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to San Diego

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Tokyo (NRT) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 27m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 30m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$982 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in 2026/27

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06:05 - 15:55MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

28h 50m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

16:45 - 15:30SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,246Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

06:05 - 15:55MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

28h 50m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

16:45 - 15:30SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,272Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

07:00 - 16:00MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

27h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

17:15 - 15:35SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

28h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,285Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:05 - 16:25MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

28h 20m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

16:45 - 14:55SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

27h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,295Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

06:30 - 16:00MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

27h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

17:15 - 12:25SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

25h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,317Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

09:45 - 18:17MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

26h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

07:15 - 05:00SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,447American Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

14:35 - 23:38MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

27h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:00 - 05:00SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,447American Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

08:10 - 17:59MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

28h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

14:00 - 14:15SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

29h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,472Air Canada

Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

11:55 - 13:44MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

19h 49m1 stop San Francisco

09:45 - 09:15SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

29h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,498United Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

11:55 - 20:08MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

26h 13m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles

18:28 - 09:15SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

20h 47m1 stop San Francisco

$1,498United Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

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Lufthansa flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

Our best Lufthansa deals on Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight tickets

Lufthansa

20 Oct

MEL11:55Melbourne

24h 40m

1 stop

SAN18:35San Diego

28 Oct

SAN18:26San Diego

21h 04m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,520

Lufthansa

20 Oct

MEL11:55Melbourne

26h 13m

2 stops

SAN20:08San Diego

27 Oct

SAN18:26San Diego

21h 04m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,591

American Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight tickets

American Airlines

12 Oct

MEL14:35Melbourne

27h 03m

1 stop

SAN23:38San Diego

25 Oct

SAN10:00San Diego

25h 00m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,447

American Airlines

20 Oct

MEL09:15Melbourne

24h 21m

2 stops

SAN15:36San Diego

28 Oct

SAN15:07San Diego

43h 53m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,560

American Airlines

13 Jan

MEL22:45Melbourne

28h 43m

2 stops

SAN08:28San Diego

10 Mar

SAN13:16San Diego

25h 14m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,616

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Melbourne

Thu 26/11

06:05-15:55

2 stops28h 50m

San Diego

Mon 30/11

16:45-15:30

2 stops27h 45m

$1,246

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MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

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Melbourne

Thu 26/11

06:05-15:55

2 stops28h 50m

San Diego

Mon 30/11

16:45-15:30

2 stops27h 45m

$1,272

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

07:00-16:00

2 stops27h 00m

San Diego

Wed 28/10

17:15-15:35

2 stops28h 20m

$1,285

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

06:05-16:25

2 stops28h 20m

San Diego

Mon 2/11

16:45-14:55

2 stops27h 10m

$1,295

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

06:30-16:00

2 stops27h 30m

San Diego

Sun 25/10

17:15-12:25

2 stops25h 10m

$1,317

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

09:45-18:17

2 stops26h 32m

San Diego

Sun 25/10

07:15-05:00

1 stop27h 45m

$1,447

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

14:35-23:38

1 stop27h 03m

San Diego

Sun 25/10

10:00-05:00

1 stop25h 00m

$1,447

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 16/2

08:10-17:59

2 stops28h 49m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

14:00-14:15

2 stops29h 15m

$1,472

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

11:55-13:44

1 stop19h 49m

San Diego

Tue 13/10

09:45-09:15

1 stop29h 30m

$1,498

Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

11:55-20:08

2 stops26h 13m

San Diego

Tue 13/10

18:28-09:15

1 stop20h 47m

$1,498

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and San Diego?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,309 to $1,859.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,246.

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 Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,209. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Diego during February average around $1,249.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 52% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$982
Fastest flight time	21h 17m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $982. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,246.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego takes 21h 17m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to San Diego.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

How far is Melbourne to San Diego by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to San Diego will travel around 12781.2 km. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 17m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and San Diego, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,011	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,214 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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