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$461+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MEL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$937
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$461
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,086
From San Diego to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/197:05 amMEL - SAN
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$903
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:10 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops43h 55mAir Canada
Sat 1/178:10 amMEL - SAN
2 stops21h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/258:49 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/311:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$937
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:15 amSAN - MEL
2 stops33h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/306:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops48h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$1,126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2312:54 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop21h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/94:20 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop23h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,602
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/233:58 pmSAN - AVV
3 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/98:55 pmAVV - SAN
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,652
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:05 amSAN - MEL
2 stops27h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/217:20 amMEL - SAN
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,733
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/267:48 amSAN - MEL
2 stops34h 42mCathay Pacific
Tue 4/112:45 amMEL - SAN
2 stops38h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$1,747
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:30 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops25h 45mFiji Airways
Wed 1/212:15 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 49mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,759
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:55 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops42h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sun 1/1812:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops32h 31mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,044
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/306:15 amSAN - MEL
2 stops30h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/129:40 amMEL - SAN
3 stops27h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,846
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2610:00 amSAN - MEL
3 stops39h 35mEmirates
Sat 3/83:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops60h 17mEmirates
Deal found 2/18$3,188

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 4/6

5:19 pm-8:15 am

1 stop21h 56m

Melbourne

Sun 4/13

9:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 00m

$937

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 4/3

7:07 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops30h 48m

Melbourne

Thu 4/10

12:50 pm-7:05 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,221

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 3/30

6:15 am-10:50 am

2 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 4/13

8:35 am-5:51 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,510

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - AVV

SANAVV

San Diego

Sun 2/23

3:58 pm-3:45 pm

3 stops28h 47m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 3/9

8:55 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$1,652

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Wed 3/26

7:48 am-12:30 pm

2 stops34h 42m

Melbourne

Tue 4/1

12:45 am-9:38 pm

2 stops38h 53m

$1,747

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 3/30

6:15 am-6:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 4/12

9:40 am-8:30 pm

3 stops27h 50m

$2,846

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - AVV

SANAVV

San Diego

Sun 3/30

7:07 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops33h 43m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 4/12

2:55 pm-7:05 am

2 stops33h 10m

$3,672

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 3/22

11:10 am-8:35 pm

3 stops39h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

3:25 am-9:42 pm

3 stops60h 17m

$4,049

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sat 3/29

7:48 am-6:45 am

2 stops28h 57m

Melbourne

Sat 4/12

7:25 am-11:10 am

1 stop20h 45m

$7,113

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Sun 3/9

7:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 3/15

7:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops33h 15m

$9,075

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $1,071). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Melbourne in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Emirates and Alaska 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
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
185 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • 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 $937. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,510, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,747. Users have found that United Airlines is 31% 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $496. American Airlines flights start at $886 while deals on Fiji Airways start at $1,046 one-way.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,071). Flying from San Diego to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$969Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,060Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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