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

Delta is the most popular carrier 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 according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 77% 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.

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 are 3 operators 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.

$1,220 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to San Diego in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Return

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

06:00 - 20:58

MEL

SAN

31h 58m

2 stops

17:00 - 12:20

SAN

MEL

26h 20m

2 stops

$1,220Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

06:00 - 20:58

MEL

SAN

31h 58m

2 stops

17:00 - 12:20

SAN

MEL

26h 20m

2 stops

$1,224Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

06:00 - 20:58

MEL

SAN

31h 58m

2 stops

17:00 - 12:20

SAN

MEL

26h 20m

2 stops

$1,228Air Canada

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

19:10 - 17:59

MEL

SAN

41h 49m

2 stops

14:00 - 15:15

SAN

MEL

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,257Air Canada

Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

19:10 - 17:59

MEL

SAN

41h 49m

2 stops

14:00 - 15:15

SAN

MEL

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,279Air Canada

Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

08:10 - 17:59

MEL

SAN

28h 49m

2 stops

07:05 - 13:35

SAN

MEL

35h 30m

2 stops

$1,301Air Canada

Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

12:00 - 22:50

MEL

SAN

29h 50m

1 stop

09:21 - 05:00

SAN

MEL

24h 39m

1 stop

$1,485American Airlines

Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

12:00 - 14:14

MEL

SAN

21h 14m

1 stop

10:09 - 05:00

SAN

MEL

23h 51m

2 stops

$1,491American Airlines

Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

10:55 - 12:13

MEL

SAN

18h 18m

1 stop

14:24 - 07:30

SAN

MEL

24h 06m

1 stop

$2,721United Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

10:55 - 19:55

MEL

SAN

26h 00m

2 stops

19:41 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

19h 34m

1 stop

$2,721United Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Lufthansa flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Our best Lufthansa deals on Melbourne to San Diego flight tickets

Lufthansa

10 Sept

MEL10:55Melbourne

26h 50m

1 stop

SAN20:45San Diego

17 Sept

SAN18:28San Diego

20h 47m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,512

Lufthansa

10 Sept

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 31m

2 stops

SAN17:26San Diego

17 Sept

SAN19:41San Diego

19h 34m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,515

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to San Diego

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

American Airlines

24 Jan

MEL12:00Melbourne

29h 50m

1 stop

SAN22:50San Diego

7 Feb

SAN09:21San Diego

24h 39m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,485

American Airlines

24 Jan

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 14m

1 stop

SAN14:14San Diego

7 Feb

SAN10:09San Diego

23h 51m

2 stops

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,491

American Airlines

24 Jan

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 14m

1 stop

SAN14:14San Diego

7 Feb

SAN10:09San Diego

23h 51m

2 stops

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,498

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-20:58

2 stops31h 58m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

17:00-12:20

2 stops26h 20m

$1,220

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-20:58

2 stops31h 58m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

17:00-12:20

2 stops26h 20m

$1,224

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-20:58

2 stops31h 58m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

17:00-12:20

2 stops26h 20m

$1,228

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 24/1

19:10-17:59

2 stops41h 49m

San Diego

Sun 7/2

14:00-15:15

2 stops30h 15m

$1,257

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 24/1

19:10-17:59

2 stops41h 49m

San Diego

Sun 7/2

14:00-15:15

2 stops30h 15m

$1,279

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

08:10-17:59

2 stops28h 49m

San Diego

Sat 14/11

07:05-13:35

2 stops35h 30m

$1,301

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 24/1

12:00-22:50

1 stop29h 50m

San Diego

Sun 7/2

09:21-05:00

1 stop24h 39m

$1,485

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 24/1

12:00-14:14

1 stop21h 14m

San Diego

Sun 7/2

10:09-05:00

2 stops23h 51m

$1,491

Fastest return journey

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

10:55-12:13

1 stop18h 18m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

14:24-07:30

1 stop24h 06m

$2,721

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

10:55-19:55

2 stops26h 00m

San Diego

Mon 17/8

19:41-08:15

1 stop19h 34m

$2,721

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 13 resultsSorted by cheapest first

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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 $1,198 to $1,521.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,220.

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, with most prices found around $1,039. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to San Diego during March average around $1,224.

Cheap Melbourne to San Diego flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time	18h 18m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to San Diego takes 18h 18m

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

Search flight deals

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 18h 18m, 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 are 3 operators 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 $1,029	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,061 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,087	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,419 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,267	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 657 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

Chula Vista

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to San Diego?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Melbourne to San Diego for you.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Melbourne to San Diego flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to San Diego flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track prices for Melbourne to San Diego flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.