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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,428. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Diego.$1,148 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,148, select.

San Diego.$1,161 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,161, select.

San Diego.$1,182 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,182, select.

San Diego.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.

San Diego.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.

San Diego.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.

San Diego.$1,302 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,302, select.

San Diego.$1,361 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,361, select.

San Diego.$1,366 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,366, select.

San Diego.$1,368 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,368, select.

San Diego.$1,391 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Sun, 23 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 20 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,391, select.

San Diego.$1,402 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Mon, 19 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,402, select.

San Diego.$1,428 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in McClellan-Palomar.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from McClellan-Palomar on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,428, select.

San Diego.$1,490 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,490, select.

San Diego.$1,560 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,560, select.

San Diego.$1,564 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,564, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to San Diego

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Alternative Melbourne to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Melbourne to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego

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McClellan-Palomar

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Melbourne to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,148
Cheapest month to fly	October

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in San Diego?

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.

How much are return flights from Melbourne to San Diego?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to San Diego is $1,148. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to San Diego?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,149.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to San Diego?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to San Diego.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to San Diego?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to San Diego is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in San Diego?

If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $1,148.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to San Diego on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to San Diego on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to San Diego?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Melbourne to San Diego?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Diego?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in San Diego?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to San Diego with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Jetstar .

Flying from Melbourne to San Diego: what you need to know

Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to San Diego.
Hop off the plane at San Diego International Airport (SAN), the primary gateway of San Diego.
San Diego is 19 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to San Diego flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Diego

Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Melbourne to San Diego flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to San Diego is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land an incredible deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Melbourne to San Diego.
Find a cheap Melbourne to San Diego flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to San Diego flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to San Diego, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% land on schedule at their destination.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Melbourne to San Diego. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond San Diego's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 48 kilometres from central San Diego. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to San Diego, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After your flight from Melbourne to San Diego, rest your head at a hotel near CLD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Grab a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Hertz and Avis.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from CLD ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to San Diego

March is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to San Diego, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Melbourne to San Diego ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

More about San Diego

Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to San Diego, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.