Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne from $873

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — MEL
Jun 14 — Jun 211

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$1,073

One-way from

$882
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 46% potential price drop
From San Diego to Melbourne
One-way flight from San Diego to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Melbourne?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 62% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Melbourne?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Melbourne from San Diego average $1,591. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,591, as users have found deals to Melbourne from as low as $700. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne from San Diego. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 45%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to MEL?

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Diego to Melbourne flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Melbourne specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 7/287:26 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1110:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop26h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,198
Sun 7/287:26 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1110:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,204
Wed 7/312:30 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/119:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,471
Sat 7/610:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,566
Sat 7/611:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,571
Sat 7/610:10 amSAN - MEL
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1312:55 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops27h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,701
Sat 7/61:30 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Sat 7/137:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,793
Wed 7/37:00 amSAN - MEL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/116:00 amMEL - SAN
3 stops33h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,232
Sun 6/167:20 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 6/219:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop25h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/9$2,235

San Diego to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 11/167:40 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops44h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/2812:05 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops41h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/8$1,147
Sun 12/11:40 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/128:10 amAVV - SAN
2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,155
Thu 11/145:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/278:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,170
Mon 9/24:07 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 43mAir New Zealand
Thu 10/248:45 amMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/9$1,181
Sun 7/287:26 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1110:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop26h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,198
Sun 7/287:26 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1110:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,204
Fri 11/155:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/278:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,230
Sun 10/204:55 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/24:20 pmAVV - SAN
2 stops39h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,234
Tue 12/2410:45 amSAN - MEL
1 stop27h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/111:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop23h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,266

San Diego to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from San Diego to Melbourne. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 6/167:20 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 6/219:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop25h 22mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/9$2,235
Sun 6/167:20 amSAN - MEL
2 stops34h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 6/215:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops29h 19mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/9$2,458
Sun 6/1612:33 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/219:30 amMEL - SAN
3 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,770
Sun 6/1610:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/219:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop31h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,771
Sun 6/169:13 amSAN - MEL
1 stop27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2012:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,855
Sun 6/164:26 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/215:15 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops35h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$4,057
Sun 6/164:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/202:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops56h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$4,083
Sun 6/1612:10 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops38h 25mEmirates
Thu 6/202:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops56h 49mEmirates
Deal found 6/9$5,264

One-way flights to Melbourne from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Diego to Melbourne can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip San Diego to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Tue 10/224:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$873
Tue 10/225:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/9$882
Tue 10/221:26 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$889
Tue 10/2211:01 amSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$927
Tue 10/2211:01 amSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$945
Tue 10/225:55 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,055
Tue 10/225:55 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/8$1,074
Thu 6/209:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,079
Tue 7/231:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,260

Find flights from San Diego to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Melbourne 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, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,147 - $2,023

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Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 11/16

2 stops44h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 11/28

2 stops41h 17m

$1,147

San DiegoMelbourne Avalon

SAN - AVV

SANAVV

San Diego

Sun 12/1

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 12/12

2 stops27h 17m

$1,155

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

2 stops23h 57m

$1,170

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 7/28

1 stop19h 49m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

1 stop26h 23m

$1,198

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 7/28

1 stop19h 49m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

1 stop24h 25m

$1,204

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Fri 11/15

2 stops35h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/26

2 stops56h 37m

$1,569

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 7/6

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 7/13

1 stop21h 15m

$1,793

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 11/16

2 stops50h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

2 stops33h 02m

$1,844

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

3 stops24h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

2 stops36h 19m

$2,023

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Deals found on 6/8

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Air New Zealand and United Airlines from San Diego to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very good
1,421 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very good
602 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.1
Very good
3,883 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.0
Very good
243 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Melbourne. 2 airlines have flights from San Diego to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,147, but on average you can expect to pay $1,394.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Melbourne for under $2,300?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from San Diego to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $2,300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Melbourne round-trip from $1,147. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,198, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,569. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Melbourne one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $882. Qantas Airways flights start at $1,055 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $1,079 one-way.

  • What does SAN to MEL mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Melbourne (average of $1,073). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,180Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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