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$473+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego are usually found in August or March, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 February 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$921
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$473
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,077
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:20 amSYD - SAN
1 stop19h 40mAir Canada
Fri 6/2712:45 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop25h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$921
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 6/26:00 amSYD - SAN
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/156:15 amSAN - SYD
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$950
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:30 amSYD - SAN
3 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/74:00 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$973
This Singapore 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/143:00 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops66h 06mSingapore Airlines
Sun 7/137:05 amSAN - SYD
2 stops34h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,562
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/167:40 amSYD - SAN
2 stops31h 01mCathay Pacific
Mon 7/144:38 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops47h 02mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$3,515
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:25 amSYD - SAN
1 stop16h 51mDelta
Tue 7/157:30 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop18h 05mDelta
Deal found 2/20$3,531
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/1611:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops24h 57mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/167:27 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops22h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$3,945
This AranGrant 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1011:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops44h 16mANA
Thu 7/109:45 amSAN - SYD
2 stops40h 30mANA
Deal found 2/20$4,313
This Japan 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/88:55 amSYD - SAN
1 stop43h 15mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/87:05 amSAN - SYD
2 stops30h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$4,875
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:40 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop26h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/108:35 amSAN - SYD
1 stop18h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$6,027
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 7/66:00 amSYD - SAN
2 stops31h 04mFiji Airways
Tue 7/154:30 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops36h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/22$6,582
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/99:10 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops38h 15mEmirates
Fri 7/1111:58 amSAN - SYD
2 stops36h 22mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$13,859

Find flights from Sydney to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 February 22, 2025.

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SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/17

9:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 40m

San Diego

Fri 6/27

12:45 pm-7:20 am

1 stop25h 35m

$921

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/2

6:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

San Diego

Sun 6/15

6:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop32h 05m

$950

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/29

9:30 am-8:40 pm

3 stops28h 10m

San Diego

Wed 5/7

4:00 pm-7:00 am

2 stops22h 00m

$973

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/14

3:00 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops66h 06m

San Diego

Sun 7/13

7:05 am-10:25 am

2 stops34h 20m

$2,562

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/16

7:40 am-9:41 pm

2 stops31h 01m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

4:38 pm-8:40 am

2 stops47h 02m

$3,515

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/17

9:25 am-9:16 am

1 stop16h 51m

San Diego

Tue 7/15

7:30 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 05m

$3,531

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/16

11:50 am-7:47 pm

2 stops24h 57m

San Diego

Wed 7/16

7:27 pm-10:35 am

2 stops22h 08m

$3,945

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/10

11:50 am-3:06 pm

2 stops44h 16m

San Diego

Thu 7/10

9:45 am-7:15 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$4,313

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/8

8:55 am-11:10 am

1 stop43h 15m

San Diego

Tue 7/8

7:05 am-6:20 am

2 stops30h 15m

$4,875

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/3

9:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 50m

San Diego

Sat 5/10

8:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$6,027

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from Sydney to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to San Diego in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sydney-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to San Diego. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Sydney to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SYD to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 February 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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 February 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to San Diego, such as ANA, Japan Airlines and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,278 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
184 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San Diego round-trip?

    Air Canada, at $921, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Singapore Airlines. Air Canada is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $802 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $908 and $1,642, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Sydney to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Sydney to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 February 22, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$969Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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