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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.757 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 757 €, select.
San Diego.757 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 757 €, select.
San Diego.762 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 762 €, select.
San Diego.762 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 762 €, select.
San Diego.762 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 762 €, select.
San Diego.764 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 764 €, select.
San Diego.765 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 765 €, select.
San Diego.765 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 11 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 765 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from 765 €
Mar
from 762 €
Apr
from 757 €
May
from 773 €
Jun
from 764 €
Jul
from 762 €
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Oct
from 1.189 €
Nov
from 1.488 €
Dec
from 2.141 €
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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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from 757 €
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
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Melbourne to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found757 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to San Diego is 757 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from 757 €.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to San Diego is usually March.
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 757 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to San Diego on Friday, 27 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 13°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Delta .

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 18 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your Melbourne to San Diego flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to San Diego

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to San Diego flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to San Diego throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Melbourne to San Diego is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Melbourne to San Diego flights.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Melbourne to San Diego flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to San Diego, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

  • Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Melbourne to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure 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.

  • Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Following your flight from Melbourne to San Diego, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be off and running.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CLD ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to San Diego, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit San Diego based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to San Diego ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about San Diego

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres to the north-west, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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