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Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne from $740

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 7/23. 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.
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Jun 11 — Jun 181
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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 6, 2024.

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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 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 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.
Tue 6/119:25 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,243
Wed 7/34:59 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,276
Wed 7/39:35 amSAN - MEL
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,384
Thu 7/411:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,571
Thu 7/41:30 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Sat 7/137:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,753
Tue 6/114:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/108:40 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops36h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,939
Mon 6/104:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/147:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,950
Wed 7/39:25 amSAN - MEL
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1012:10 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,957
Wed 7/39:25 amSAN - MEL
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1012:10 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,961

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 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.
Tue 6/119:25 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,243
Wed 10/239:40 amSAN - MEL
2 stops51h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/298:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops31h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,253
Wed 7/34:59 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,276
Wed 7/39:35 amSAN - MEL
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,384
Wed 8/141:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2810:55 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,466
Wed 8/148:39 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/289:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,471
Wed 10/238:25 amSAN - MEL
2 stops33h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/281:00 amMEL - SAN
2 stops56h 37mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/6$1,516
Mon 12/238:50 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops42h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/181:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,533
Thu 7/411:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1310:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,571

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from San Diego to Melbourne. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 6/119:25 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/103:45 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,243
Tue 6/114:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/108:40 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops36h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,939
Tue 6/114:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/107:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,950
Tue 6/1110:00 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/109:30 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,256
Tue 6/114:26 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/912:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,367
Tue 6/114:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/912:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,661
Tue 6/114:26 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1011:45 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops33h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,879
Tue 6/1112:10 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops38h 25mEmirates
Tue 7/92:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops60h 35mEmirates
Deal found 6/4$4,717

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 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 7/239:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$740
Tue 7/237:00 amSAN - MEL
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$745
Tue 11/55:05 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$787
Tue 11/510:30 amSAN - MEL
2 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$800
Tue 7/238:27 pmSAN - AVV
3 stops33h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$851
Tue 10/224:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$900
Tue 7/237:00 amSAN - MEL
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$982
Tue 10/2210:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$986
Tue 11/58:30 amSAN - MEL
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$990

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 8/14

2 stops25h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 8/28

2 stops34h 54m

$1,243

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 10/23

2 stops51h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 10/29

2 stops31h 40m

$1,253

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 7/3

2 stops34h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

1 stop20h 56m

$1,276

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 7/3

2 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

2 stops20h 10m

$1,384

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 8/14

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 8/28

1 stop21h 04m

$1,466

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 8/14

1 stop17h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 8/28

2 stops19h 59m

$1,471

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 10/23

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 10/28

2 stops56h 37m

$1,516

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 7/4

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 7/13

1 stop21h 15m

$1,753

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 10/23

3 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 10/28

3 stops57h 07m

$2,933

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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 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Hawaiian Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,298 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
243 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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 $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,243, but on average you can expect to pay $1,750.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,300?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from San Diego to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

  • 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 $1,253. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,466, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,516. Users have found that Hawaiian Airlines is 21% 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 $787. Air Canada flights start at $900 while deals on United Airlines start at $986 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 6/6.

  • 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

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United AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,180Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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