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

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It is quick and easy to find flights to San Diego on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to San Diego that suits you.

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

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Diego with this policy.

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How can momondo help me find flights to San Diego?

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Once all potential San Diego flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

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

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If you are not ready to book a flight to San Diego now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to San Diego and let you know when they change.

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Australia when booking 16 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $1,754 when searching 16 days out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Australia for as low as $950 on momondo.

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Is there an alternative airport near San Diego?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near San Diego is possible. If you are planning a flight to San Diego, consider booking flights to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport (47 km from San Diego city centre), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (126 km from San Diego city centre), Palm Springs Airport (138 km from San Diego city centre), Long Beach Municipal Airport (153 km from San Diego city centre) or Ontario Airport (155 km from San Diego city centre).

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San Diego?

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San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport has an average price of $166 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting San Diego. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Question 8

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Diego?

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Users booking trips to San Diego from Las Vegas found flights 80% cheaper than the average price of flights to San Diego. To find the cheapest price to San Diego from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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Which airlines fly to San Diego?

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There may be other airlines that fly to San Diego from Australia, but the most popular among our users are United Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air Canada and Air New Zealand. These airlines should offer flights to San Diego on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in Australia.

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Japan Airlines Flights to San Diego

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The most popular airline for flights to San Diego on momondo is Japan Airlines, which operates 10 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Seattle/Tacoma Intl, with the best deal for Japan Airlines flights to San Diego being $1,548 (return, Perth to San Diego, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 1,552 Japan Airlines reviews, it is rated 8.3 by momondo users.

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Air New Zealand Flights to San Diego

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Another popular choice for flights to San Diego is Air New Zealand (8.0/10, 505 reviews). Most Air New Zealand flights landing in San Diego will be arriving from Los Angeles, but there are 21 Air New Zealand flights to San Diego from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Air New Zealand deal found on momondo this week was $1,042 (Brisbane to San Diego, return).

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

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Prices for flights to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to San Diego Airport.

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How old do you have to be to fly to San Diego Airport?

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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 to San Diego Airport.

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What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 16

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

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Diego from Australia is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,735. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,162.

Question 17

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

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The average flight duration from Australia to San Diego depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego is 16h 53m on average, while flying from Melbourne to San Diego is 21h 25m on average. San Diego is the most popular airport in San Diego.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

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The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from Australia, with most prices found around $1,467. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to San Diego during October average around $1,579.

Question 19

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $1,754 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 Australia for as low as $1,447 on momondo.

Question 20

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

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Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to San Diego flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Diego in the evening for as low as $1,681. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $2,599. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY	September	17% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to San Diego costs on average just $1,467 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY	December	37% more expensive	It costs about $2,409 for flights to San Diego from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN DIEGO FROM SYDNEY	August	144% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to San Diego from Sydney in August than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$696
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,025
Fastest flight time	19h 43m
Popular in	December

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