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$377+ Cheap flights from Australia to San Diego (SAN)

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 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Australia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to San Diego (SAN). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$862
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$377
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from Australia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:00 amSYD - SAN
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/254:57 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,788
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/1812:10 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops27h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/123:58 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,902
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/189:40 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops41h 04mQatar Airways
Wed 2/1210:55 amSAN - SYD
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$2,942
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:45 pmPER - SAN
3 stops26h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 12/245:00 pmSAN - PER
2 stops29h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/18$3,555
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:40 pmPER - SAN
3 stops31h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/242:08 pmSAN - PER
3 stops29h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$3,669

Find flights from Australia to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Australia to San Diego 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 December 18, 2024.

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SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/10

5:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop21h 10m

San Diego

Tue 2/25

10:36 am-10:20 pm

2 stops40h 44m

$862

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/10

11:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 45m

San Diego

Tue 2/25

4:00 pm-9:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

$979

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sat 1/18

1:45 pm-10:18 pm

3 stops27h 33m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

6:15 am-12:45 pm

3 stops35h 30m

$989

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Sat 1/25

10:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 20m

San Diego

Tue 1/28

11:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop26h 55m

$1,056

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-6:49 pm

2 stops29h 49m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

11:50 am-11:05 am

2 stops30h 15m

$1,057

BrisbaneSan Diego

BNE - SAN

BNESAN

Brisbane

Sat 1/25

6:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops34h 35m

San Diego

Tue 1/28

7:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop19h 10m

$1,094

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/29

9:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 50m

San Diego

Wed 5/7

6:24 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop32h 21m

$1,193

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Tue 4/15

10:55 am-8:40 pm

1 stop26h 45m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

3:57 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 18m

$1,202

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/2

10:20 am-5:10 pm

2 stops23h 50m

San Diego

Sun 6/15

8:50 pm-7:00 am

1 stop17h 10m

$1,210

PerthSan Diego

PER - SAN

PERSAN

Perth

Sun 2/9

11:10 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops31h 55m

San Diego

Sat 2/15

4:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,393

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to San Diego

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Australia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 AU to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to San Diego as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Canada, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Australia to San Diego. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Australia?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Australia.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $769 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from $850 and American Airlines from $858 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to San Diego?

    Most travelers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Diego, Melbourne - San Diego or Perth - San Diego when deciding on the best route from Australia to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to San Diego 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 Australia to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Australia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Australia to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Australia to San Diego. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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