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$644+ 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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
abr. 20 — abr. 271
dom. 4/20
dom. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to San Diego are usually found in August or March, booked 20 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 abril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$875
(Aunt Betty)

One-way from

$644
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,243
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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 abril 15, 2025.

This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1011:50 amSYD - SAN
2 stops25h 01mAir New Zealand
dom. 8/317:10 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops22h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/13$875
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/294:20 pmSYD - SAN
2 stops34h 28mMultiple Airlines
jue. 6/52:03 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops31h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$905
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
lun. 8/119:20 amSYD - SAN
1 stop29h 33mAir Canada
mar. 9/212:40 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/13$1,121
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
dom. 8/109:40 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop26h 20mHawaiian Airlines
dom. 8/3112:30 pmSAN - SYD
1 stop38h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,223
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
lun. 6/239:30 amSYD - SAN
3 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/296:15 amSAN - SYD
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
mié. 8/139:25 amSYD - SAN
2 stops23h 41mDelta
mié. 9/35:10 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops20h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/13$1,234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
vie. 8/89:10 amSYD - SAN
2 stops29h 23mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/35:01 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops21h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,352
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/211:50 amSYD - SAN
3 stops39h 03mLATAM Airlines
dom. 6/157:35 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops52h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/14$2,840

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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 abril 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to San Diego that are best for you.

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Sydney

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 8/10

11:50 am-7:51 pm

2 stops25h 01m

San Diego

dom. 8/31

7:10 pm-10:35 am

2 stops22h 25m

$875

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 5/29

4:20 pm-9:48 am

2 stops34h 28m

San Diego

jue. 6/5

2:03 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$905

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 8/11

9:20 am-9:53 pm

1 stop29h 33m

San Diego

mar. 9/2

12:40 pm-10:40 am

2 stops29h 00m

$1,121

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 8/10

9:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

San Diego

dom. 8/31

12:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$1,223

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 6/23

9:30 am-8:36 pm

3 stops28h 06m

San Diego

mar. 7/29

6:15 am-6:55 am

2 stops31h 40m

$1,224

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 8/13

9:25 am-9:16 am

1 stop16h 51m

San Diego

sáb. 8/30

1:30 pm-6:35 am

2 stops48h 05m

$1,234

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 8/8

9:10 am-9:33 pm

2 stops29h 23m

San Diego

mié. 9/3

5:01 pm-7:05 am

2 stops21h 04m

$1,352

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 6/2

11:50 am-9:53 am

3 stops39h 03m

San Diego

dom. 6/15

7:35 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$2,840

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 6/8

1:15 pm-7:13 am

3 stops34h 58m

$644

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 10/1

9:20 am-11:52 am

1 stop19h 32m

$733

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sydney-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to San Diego

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 April 11, 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 20 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 abril 15, 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 abril 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to San Diego, such as Japan Airlines, Delta and Air New Zealand. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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
8.0
Very good
464 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,373 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,758 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

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 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 New Zealand, at $875, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Hawaiian Airlines. Air New Zealand is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $733 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Japan Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $756 and $774, 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 3 airlines flying from Sydney to San Diego

Discover the top 3 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 abril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$795Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$969Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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