Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego from $656

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Multiple Airlines Logo
08:10 - 12:03MEL-SAN
22h 53m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 14:15SAN-MEL
25h 05m2 stops
$1,143Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
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12:00 - 23:44MEL-SAN
29h 44m2 stops
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20:50 - 08:30SAN-MEL
17h 40m1 stop
$1,269United Airlines
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Wed, 18 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:52MEL-SAN
27h 22m1 stop
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19:50 - 10:00SAN-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$1,469United Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:55 - 18:29MEL-SAN
24h 34m1 stop
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19:28 - 09:15SAN-MEL
19h 47m1 stop
$1,914United Airlines
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Mon, 13 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
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11:55 - 15:59MEL-SAN
22h 04m1 stop
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10:38 - 09:15SAN-MEL
28h 37m1 stop
$3,109Virgin Australia
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Mon, 13 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 16:51MEL-SAN
34h 06m2 stops
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17:31 - 06:55SAN-MEL
43h 24m2 stops
$3,856Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 12 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
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06:30 - 15:51MEL-SAN
27h 21m2 stops
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12:25 - 12:05SAN-MEL
53h 40m3 stops
$6,555Air Canada
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Mon, 13 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
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07:20 - 09:45MEL-SAN
21h 25m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
11:40 - 05:40SAN-MEL
23h 00m1 stop
$8,131Japan Airlines
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Wed, 31 Dec - Sun, 8 Feb
Japan Airlines Logo
07:20 - 14:46MEL-SAN
26h 26m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
11:40 - 05:40SAN-MEL
23h 00m1 stop
$8,139Japan Airlines
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Wed, 31 Dec - Sun, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 14:54MEL-SAN
33h 09m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:05 - 12:30SAN-MEL
34h 25m2 stops
$11,319Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 30 Dec - Sun, 8 Feb

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
12 Oct
MEL00:45Melbourne
34h 06m
2 stops
SAN16:51San Diego
14 Oct
SAN17:31San Diego
43h 24m
2 stops
MEL06:55Melbourne
Cathay Pacific
30 Dec
MEL00:45Melbourne
33h 09m
2 stops
SAN14:54San Diego
8 Feb
SAN07:05San Diego
34h 25m
2 stops
MEL12:30Melbourne

United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
18 Mar
MEL12:00Melbourne
29h 44m
2 stops
SAN23:44San Diego
26 Mar
SAN20:50San Diego
17h 40m
1 stop
MEL08:30Melbourne
United Airlines
14 Nov
MEL11:30Melbourne
27h 22m
1 stop
SAN19:52San Diego
15 Nov
SAN19:50San Diego
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
United Airlines
13 Oct
MEL11:55Melbourne
24h 34m
1 stop
SAN18:29San Diego
14 Oct
SAN19:28San Diego
19h 47m
1 stop
MEL09:15Melbourne

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 24 September 2025.
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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

08:10-12:03

2 stops22h 53m

San Diego

Sat 22/11

18:10-14:15

2 stops25h 05m

$1,143

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-23:44

2 stops29h 44m

San Diego

Thu 26/3

20:50-08:30

1 stop17h 40m

$1,269

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

11:30-19:52

1 stop27h 22m

San Diego

Sat 15/11

19:50-10:00

1 stop19h 10m

$1,469

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

11:55-18:29

1 stop24h 34m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

19:28-09:15

1 stop19h 47m

$1,914

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

11:55-15:59

1 stop22h 04m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

10:38-09:15

1 stop28h 37m

$3,108

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

00:45-16:51

2 stops34h 06m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

17:31-06:55

2 stops43h 24m

$3,856

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

06:30-15:51

2 stops27h 21m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

12:25-12:05

3 stops53h 40m

$6,555

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

07:20-09:45

1 stop21h 25m

San Diego

Sun 8/2

11:40-05:40

1 stop23h 00m

$8,131

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

07:20-14:46

2 stops26h 26m

San Diego

Sun 8/2

11:40-05:40

1 stop23h 00m

$8,139

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 30/12

00:45-14:54

2 stops33h 09m

San Diego

Sun 8/2

07:05-12:30

2 stops34h 25m

$11,319

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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 $1,408. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to San Diego during November average around $1,414.

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 Melbourne Airport is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,640. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,388.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to San Diego flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to San Diego at midday for as low as $1,634. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $2,048. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $1,779 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,328 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to San Diego (MEL to SAN) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes 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 25m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to San Diego

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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,026Free cancellationRating
8.0
505 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,189Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,228Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,928 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,559Free cancellationRating
7.6
416 reviews
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