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?

Qantas Airways, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to San Diego

Which airlines fly to San Diego?

United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand 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 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 3 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 travel time from Melbourne Airport to San Diego?

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

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 $1,184.

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.

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 3 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of March 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.

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06:00 - 20:50

MEL

SAN

31h 50m

2 stops

08:10 - 11:05

SAN

MEL

33h 55m

2 stops

$1,212Air Canada

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

21:40 - 20:50

MEL

SAN

40h 10m

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12:30 - 11:05

SAN

MEL

29h 35m

2 stops

$1,297Air Canada

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

10:55 - 20:38

MEL

SAN

26h 43m

1 stop

19:40 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

19h 35m

1 stop

$1,349United Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

10:00 - 23:42

MEL

SAN

30h 42m

2 stops

19:12 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

43h 38m

2 stops

$1,354Delta

Sun, 19 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

10:00 - 14:50

MEL

SAN

21h 50m

1 stop

17:01 - 07:50

SAN

MEL

45h 49m

2 stops

$1,367Delta

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

20:45 - 11:53

MEL

SAN

32h 08m

2 stops

16:55 - 12:20

SAN

MEL

26h 25m

2 stops

$1,368Air Canada

Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 23 Aug

10:55 - 17:24

MEL

SAN

23h 29m

2 stops

18:26 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

20h 49m

1 stop

$1,371Lufthansa

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

10:55 - 20:38

MEL

SAN

26h 43m

1 stop

18:26 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

20h 49m

1 stop

$1,376Lufthansa

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

09:45 - 19:33

MEL

SAN

26h 48m

2 stops

12:05 - 06:45

SAN

MEL

25h 40m

2 stops

$1,407American Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

09:45 - 15:28

MEL

SAN

22h 43m

2 stops

10:57 - 06:45

SAN

MEL

26h 48m

2 stops

$1,413American Airlines

Mon, 15 Jun - Wed, 1 Jul

Delta flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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Delta

19 Apr

MEL10:00Melbourne

21h 50m

1 stop

SAN14:50San Diego

26 Apr

SAN17:00San Diego

45h 50m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,354

Delta

3 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

21h 50m

1 stop

SAN14:50San Diego

10 May

SAN17:01San Diego

45h 49m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,367

Delta

29 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

25h 03m

1 stop

SAN18:03San Diego

3 June

SAN18:45San Diego

20h 05m

1 stop

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,494

Lufthansa flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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Lufthansa

5 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 29m

2 stops

SAN17:24San Diego

12 May

SAN18:26San Diego

20h 49m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,371

Lufthansa

3 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

26h 43m

1 stop

SAN20:38San Diego

10 May

SAN18:26San Diego

20h 49m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,376

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1 stop26h 43m

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10:00-23:42

2 stops30h 42m

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19:12-07:50

2 stops43h 38m

$1,354

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MELSAN

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10:00-14:50

1 stop21h 50m

San Diego

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17:01-07:50

2 stops45h 49m

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

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Sun 19/7

20:45-11:53

2 stops32h 08m

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16:55-12:20

2 stops26h 25m

$1,368

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-17:24

2 stops23h 29m

San Diego

Tue 12/5

18:26-08:15

1 stop20h 49m

$1,371

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:55-20:38

1 stop26h 43m

San Diego

Sun 10/5

18:26-08:15

1 stop20h 49m

$1,376

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MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

09:45-19:33

2 stops26h 48m

San Diego

Tue 15/9

12:05-06:45

2 stops25h 40m

$1,407

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

09:45-15:28

2 stops22h 43m

San Diego

Wed 1/7

10:57-06:45

2 stops26h 48m

$1,413

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

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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 $1,212. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Diego during April average around $1,264.

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

You could potentially save up to 60% 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 56m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego takes 17h 56m

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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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 56m.
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 3 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego Airport as of March 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 74% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Canada with 13% and Air New Zealand with 13%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,033	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,089	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,835 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,269	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 618 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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