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

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

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

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

As of August 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 from Melbourne 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.

$863 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to San Diego in 2026

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09:15 - 15:36MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

24h 21m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

11:17 - 06:45SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

25h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,482American Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

10:00 - 15:36MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

23h 36m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

09:57 - 06:45SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

26h 48m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,502American Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

09:45 - 15:32MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

23h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

13:08 - 06:45SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

23h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,509American Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

09:45 - 15:22MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

22h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

18:45 - 05:00SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

40h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,509American Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

09:45 - 15:32MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

23h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

13:08 - 06:45SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

23h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,510American Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

09:45 - 15:32MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

23h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

09:57 - 06:45SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

26h 48m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,524American Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

11:00 - 15:56MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

22h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City

06:15 - 07:10SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

30h 55m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,532Delta

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

11:00 - 19:14MEL Melbourne-SAN San Diego

26h 14m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

15:00 - 07:10SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

22h 10m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,532Delta

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

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

19h 49m1 stop San Francisco

14:24 - 09:15SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

24h 51m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles San Francisco

$1,569United Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

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

26h 13m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles

15:56 - 08:30SAN San Diego-MEL Melbourne

22h 34m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,569United Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

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

American Airlines

13 Oct

MEL09:15Melbourne

24h 21m

2 stops

SAN15:36San Diego

20 Oct

SAN11:17San Diego

25h 28m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,482

American Airlines

13 Oct

MEL10:00Melbourne

23h 36m

2 stops

SAN15:36San Diego

20 Oct

SAN09:57San Diego

26h 48m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,502

American Airlines

1 Oct

MEL09:45Melbourne

22h 37m

2 stops

SAN15:22San Diego

30 Oct

SAN18:45San Diego

40h 15m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,509

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to San Diego flight tickets

United Airlines

13 Oct

MEL11:55Melbourne

29h 02m

1 stop

SAN22:57San Diego

23 Oct

SAN19:41San Diego

19h 34m

1 stop

MEL09:15Melbourne

$1,569

United Airlines

13 Oct

MEL11:55Melbourne

26h 13m

2 stops

SAN20:08San Diego

20 Oct

SAN12:40San Diego

26h 35m

1 stop

MEL09:15Melbourne

$1,573

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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

09:15-15:36

2 stops24h 21m

San Diego

Tue 20/10

11:17-06:45

2 stops25h 28m

$1,482

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

10:00-15:36

2 stops23h 36m

San Diego

Tue 20/10

09:57-06:45

2 stops26h 48m

$1,502

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

09:45-15:32

2 stops23h 47m

San Diego

Sun 18/10

13:08-06:45

2 stops23h 37m

$1,509

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

09:45-15:22

2 stops22h 37m

San Diego

Fri 30/10

18:45-05:00

1 stop40h 15m

$1,509

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

09:45-15:32

2 stops23h 47m

San Diego

Sun 18/10

13:08-06:45

2 stops23h 37m

$1,510

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

09:45-15:32

2 stops23h 47m

San Diego

Sun 18/10

09:57-06:45

2 stops26h 48m

$1,524

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-15:56

2 stops22h 56m

San Diego

Fri 23/10

06:15-07:10

2 stops30h 55m

$1,532

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-19:14

1 stop26h 14m

San Diego

Fri 23/10

15:00-07:10

1 stop22h 10m

$1,532

Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:55-13:44

1 stop19h 49m

San Diego

Fri 23/10

14:24-09:15

2 stops24h 51m

$1,569

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL Melbourne - SAN San Diego

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:55-20:08

2 stops26h 13m

San Diego

Fri 23/10

15:56-08:30

2 stops22h 34m

$1,569

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

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,013 to $1,848.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,443.

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, with most prices found around $1,202. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to San Diego during January average around $1,206.

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Best price found	$863
Fastest flight time	22h 56m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $863. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,482.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to San Diego takes 22h 56m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to San Diego

How far is Melbourne to San Diego by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to San Diego is 12777.1 km. Flights usually cover this in 22h 56m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport?
As of August 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 from Melbourne 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to San Diego

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to San Diego with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,010	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,146 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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