Which airlines fly to San Diego?

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.

Air New Zealand Flights to San Diego

The most popular airline for flights to San Diego on momondo is Air New Zealand, which operates 13 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Los Angeles, with the best deal for Air New Zealand flights to San Diego being $1,041 (return, Brisbane to San Diego, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 517 Air New Zealand reviews, it is rated 8.0 by momondo users.

Delta Flights to San Diego

Another popular choice for flights to San Diego is Delta (7.9/10, 7,983 reviews). Most Delta flights landing in San Diego will be arriving from Minneapolis St Paul, but there are 21 Delta flights to San Diego from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Delta deal found on momondo this week was $1,284 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego, return).

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

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 18h 37m on average, while flying from Melbourne to San Diego is 20h 58m on average. San Diego is the most popular airport in San Diego.

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19:40 - 08:25BNE-SAN

29h 45m2 stops

12:49 - 05:00SAN-BNE

23h 11m2 stops

$1,159American Airlines

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Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

08:40 - 13:33BNE-SAN

21h 53m1 stop

15:00 - 05:30SAN-BNE

21h 30m1 stop

$1,161American Airlines

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Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

10:45 - 12:03BNE-SAN

19h 18m1 stop

12:45 - 08:45SAN-BNE

26h 00m1 stop

$1,294Air Canada

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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

10:45 - 17:24BNE-SAN

24h 39m1 stop

12:45 - 08:45SAN-BNE

26h 00m1 stop

$1,299Air Canada

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Mon, 3 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

11:30 - 20:45MEL-SAN

28h 15m2 stops

11:10 - 09:30SAN-MEL

27h 20m2 stops

$1,419United Airlines

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Sun, 7 Dec - Fri, 23 Jan

13:00 - 12:49MEL-SAN

18h 49m1 stop

16:00 - 10:00SAN-MEL

23h 00m1 stop

$1,420United Airlines

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Sun, 1 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

09:55 - 23:44SYD-SAN

32h 49m2 stops

06:15 - 08:45SAN-SYD

31h 30m2 stops

$1,491Air New Zealand

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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

11:30 - 10:21MEL-SAN

17h 51m1 stop

07:40 - 10:00SAN-MEL

31h 20m1 stop

$1,662Virgin Australia

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Fri, 12 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec

07:30 - 10:21MEL-SAN

21h 51m2 stops

07:40 - 10:00SAN-MEL

31h 20m1 stop

$1,765Virgin Australia

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Fri, 12 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec

08:35 - 23:42MEL-SAN

34h 07m2 stops

11:12 - 09:25SAN-MEL

27h 13m2 stops

$2,118Air New Zealand

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BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

19:40-08:25

2 stops29h 45m

San Diego

Sun 15/3

12:49-05:00

2 stops23h 11m

$1,159

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

08:40-13:33

1 stop21h 53m

San Diego

Sun 15/3

15:00-05:30

1 stop21h 30m

$1,161

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Thu 13/11

10:45-12:03

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Wed 26/11

12:45-08:45

1 stop26h 00m

$1,294

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Mon 3/11

10:45-17:24

1 stop24h 39m

San Diego

Wed 19/11

12:45-08:45

1 stop26h 00m

$1,299

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

11:30-20:45

2 stops28h 15m

San Diego

Fri 23/1

11:10-09:30

2 stops27h 20m

$1,419

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

13:00-12:49

1 stop18h 49m

San Diego

Fri 27/2

16:00-10:00

1 stop23h 00m

$1,420

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

09:55-23:44

2 stops32h 49m

San Diego

Tue 25/11

06:15-08:45

2 stops31h 30m

$1,491

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

11:30-10:21

1 stop17h 51m

San Diego

Sun 28/12

07:40-10:00

1 stop31h 20m

$1,662

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

07:30-10:21

2 stops21h 51m

San Diego

Sun 28/12

07:40-10:00

1 stop31h 20m

$1,765

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

08:35-23:42

2 stops34h 07m

San Diego

Sun 28/12

11:12-09:25

2 stops27h 13m

$2,118

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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 Australia, with most prices found around $1,351. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in September, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to San Diego during November average around $1,496.

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 Australia is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,732. 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 $2,159.

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

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 $1,679. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $2,596. 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 Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $1,708 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 $1,407 on momondo.

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Summary info about San Diego flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$792
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,159
Fastest flight time	21h 20m
Popular in	June

The best one-way flight price to San Diego from Australia in the last 72 hours is $792 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego).

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The best round-trip flight price to San Diego from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,159 (Brisbane to San Diego).

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The fastest flight to San Diego from Australia takes 21h 20m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego).

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June has the highest demand for flights to San Diego, with a 10% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to San Diego

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to San Diego?

The month of August is often the best time to visit San Diego to go to the beach due to the weather. Mission Beach is the most often visited beach in the area.

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

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 $1,708 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 $949 on momondo.

Is there an alternative airport near San Diego?

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).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San Diego?

Ontario Airport has an average price of $150 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.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Diego?

Users booking trips to San Diego from Las Vegas found flights 33% 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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