Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Melbourne from $505

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 11/2. 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.
SAN — MEL
Jun 7 — Jun 141

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 2, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$1,073

One-way from

$921
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 47% potential price drop
From San Diego to Melbourne
One-way flight from San Diego to Melbourne

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 58% 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 $1,601. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,601, 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 44%.

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 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Diego and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Diego to Melbourne. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 11/148:45 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/271:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,394
Tue 7/231:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/310:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,399
Wed 9/117:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/259:30 amMEL - SAN
1 stop17h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$8,994

Cheap Emirates flights from San Diego to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between San Diego and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Emirates flights traveling from San Diego to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/231:25 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops39h 25mEmirates
Fri 8/22:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops59h 54mEmirates
Deal found 6/1$5,756
Tue 7/2312:10 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops38h 25mEmirates
Fri 8/22:25 amMEL - SAN
3 stops59h 54mEmirates
Deal found 6/1$6,496

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 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 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.
Thu 11/1410:49 amSAN - MEL
2 stops28h 56mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/278:35 amMEL - SAN
2 stops44h 47mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,158
Thu 11/148:45 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/271:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,394
Tue 7/231:25 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/310:55 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,399
Thu 12/57:38 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/81:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,575
Thu 12/51:37 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/81:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,580
Wed 12/253:45 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/85:00 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,625
Tue 12/241:29 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/62:30 pmMEL - SAN
3 stops24h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,629
Thu 11/145:10 pmSAN - AVV
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/276:00 amAVV - SAN
2 stops25h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,632
Wed 12/253:45 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/510:40 amMEL - SAN
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,663

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 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 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.
Sat 11/24:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$505
Sat 11/27:51 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$704
Sat 11/22:19 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$740
Sun 6/169:25 amSAN - AVV
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$745
Sun 6/169:25 amSAN - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$766
Thu 11/145:00 pmSAN - MEL
2 stops24h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/1$799
Sun 6/168:31 pmSAN - AVV
3 stops44h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$833
Sun 6/168:31 pmSAN - MEL
3 stops43h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$854
Tue 10/229:40 amSAN - MEL
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$883

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 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,158 - $2,102

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

2 stops28h 56m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

2 stops44h 47m

$1,158

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

1 stop17h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

1 stop20h 56m

$1,394

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Tue 7/23

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

2 stops28h 30m

$1,399

San DiegoMelbourne Avalon

SAN - AVV

SANAVV

San Diego

Thu 11/14

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/27

2 stops25h 57m

$1,632

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

2 stops39h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 11/26

2 stops41h 56m

$1,754

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

3 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 11/26

2 stops27h 15m

$1,963

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

3 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

2 stops31h 27m

$2,049

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

3 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 11/27

3 stops35h 21m

$2,063

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 11/14

3 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 11/26

3 stops35h 13m

$2,102

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Deals found on 6/1

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 May 26, 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

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 2, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and Emirates 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.
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very good
606 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.2
Very good
1,423 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
3,907 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
242 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,466 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

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 $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Melbourne for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,158, but on average you can expect to pay $4,203.

  • 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 $1,158. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,394, and Singapore Airlines, from $1,754. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 27% 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 $799. United Airlines flights start at $967 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,056 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 6/1.

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,763). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,180Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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