Which airlines fly to San Diego?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Melbourne Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 28m.

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

Tokyo (NRT) was the most common stop: 89% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to San Diego

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 $1,154.

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

Flights connecting via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 45m.

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 are 4 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of May 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.

$1,241 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego in 2026

Q: 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 $1,491 to $1,221. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,484.

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09:45 - 15:27

MEL

SAN

22h 42m

2 stops

18:45 - 05:00

SAN

MEL

41h 15m

1 stop

$1,484American Airlines

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

09:30 - 10:08

MEL

SAN

17h 38m

1 stop

18:27 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

20h 48m

1 stop

$1,637Virgin Australia

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

10:00 - 14:57

MEL

SAN

21h 57m

1 stop

13:30 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

25h 20m

2 stops

$1,648Delta

Fri, 29 May - Wed, 3 Jun

10:00 - 10:19

MEL

SAN

17h 19m

1 stop

15:15 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

23h 35m

1 stop

$1,651Delta

Fri, 29 May - Wed, 3 Jun

10:00 - 18:03

MEL

SAN

25h 03m

1 stop

13:30 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

25h 20m

2 stops

$1,655Delta

Fri, 29 May - Wed, 3 Jun

10:00 - 10:19

MEL

SAN

17h 19m

1 stop

15:15 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

23h 35m

1 stop

$1,660Delta

Fri, 29 May - Wed, 3 Jun

10:00 - 18:45

MEL

SAN

25h 45m

2 stops

18:45 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

20h 05m

1 stop

$1,662Delta

Fri, 29 May - Wed, 3 Jun

10:00 - 23:40

MEL

SAN

30h 40m

1 stop

13:25 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

49h 25m

2 stops

$1,952Delta

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

10:55 - 18:39

MEL

SAN

24h 44m

1 stop

11:44 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

27h 31m

1 stop

$2,024Lufthansa

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

18:25 - 19:02

MEL

SAN

41h 37m

2 stops

07:50 - 12:00

SAN

MEL

34h 10m

2 stops

$2,139Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 15 Oct

Lufthansa flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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

Lufthansa

14 June

MEL10:55Melbourne

24h 44m

1 stop

SAN18:39San Diego

21 June

SAN11:44San Diego

27h 31m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$2,024

Lufthansa

15 Sept

MEL10:55Melbourne

24h 40m

1 stop

SAN18:35San Diego

15 Oct

SAN19:41San Diego

19h 34m

1 stop

MEL09:15Melbourne

$2,203

United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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United Airlines

24 July

MEL09:30Melbourne

23h 37m

2 stops

SAN16:07San Diego

31 July

SAN20:32San Diego

17h 58m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$2,433

United Airlines

15 June

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 25m

2 stops

SAN17:20San Diego

1 July

SAN12:33San Diego

25h 57m

2 stops

MEL07:30Melbourne

$2,581

United Airlines

15 June

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 25m

2 stops

SAN17:20San Diego

1 July

SAN16:09San Diego

22h 21m

2 stops

MEL07:30Melbourne

$2,583

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MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

09:45-15:27

2 stops22h 42m

San Diego

Sun 21/6

18:45-05:00

1 stop41h 15m

$1,484

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

09:30-10:08

1 stop17h 38m

San Diego

Sun 21/6

18:27-08:15

1 stop20h 48m

$1,637

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-14:57

1 stop21h 57m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

13:30-07:50

2 stops25h 20m

$1,648

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-10:19

1 stop17h 19m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

15:15-07:50

1 stop23h 35m

$1,651

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-18:03

1 stop25h 03m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

13:30-07:50

2 stops25h 20m

$1,655

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-10:19

1 stop17h 19m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

15:15-07:50

1 stop23h 35m

$1,660

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:00-18:45

2 stops25h 45m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

18:45-07:50

1 stop20h 05m

$1,662

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:00-23:40

1 stop30h 40m

San Diego

Sun 21/6

13:25-07:50

2 stops49h 25m

$1,952

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:55-18:39

1 stop24h 44m

San Diego

Sun 21/6

11:44-08:15

1 stop27h 31m

$2,024

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

18:25-19:02

2 stops41h 37m

San Diego

Thu 15/10

07:50-12:00

2 stops34h 10m

$2,139

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,151. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Diego during March average around $1,194.

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

You could potentially save up to 56% 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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Fastest flight time	17h 30m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego takes 17h 30m

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 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 are 4 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of May 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 71% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air New Zealand with 11%, Air Canada with 9%, and Virgin Australia with 9%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,007	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,680 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,061	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,995 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,236	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 640 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,256	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 451 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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