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Sydney to San Diego Flight Information

The approximate distance between Sydney and San Diego is 12,095.86km. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in January.

Cheapest one-way
AU$ 795
United Airlines United Airlines SYD-SAN 31h 9m · 1 stop Sun, Aug 30
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Cheapest return
AU$ 1,067
Air Canada Air Canada SYD-SAN 23h 52m · 2 stops Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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United Airlines United Airlines Cheapest · From AU$ 795 American Airlines American Airlines Most booked
Best time to book
October
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
12,095.86km
Flight distance

Explore the cheapest flights from Sydney to San Diego in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way fares start at AU$ 795, and return tickets start at AU$ 1,067.

      • SYD 09:20
        23h 52m
        1 stop
        SAN 16:12
        Sydney - San Diego | Thu, Oct 1 | Air Canada
        SAN 16:55
        21h 25m
        1 stop
        SYD 08:20
        San Diego - Sydney | Thu, Oct 8 | Air Canada
        AU$ 1,067 AU$ 1,788
        40% off
        40% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,067
      • SYD 20:45
        27h 7m
        1 stop
        SAN 06:52
        Sydney - San Diego | Sat, Sep 12 | Alaska Airlines
        SAN 17:15
        32h 35m
        1 stop
        SYD 18:50
        San Diego - Sydney | Tue, Sep 15 | Alaska Airlines
        AU$ 1,295 AU$ 1,788
        28% off
        28% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,295
      • SYD 21:25
        18h 34m
        1 stop
        SAN 22:59
        Sydney - San Diego | Thu, Oct 1 | Qantas Airways
        SAN 16:00
        20h 25m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:25
        San Diego - Sydney | Thu, Oct 8 | Alaska Airlines
        AU$ 1,375 AU$ 1,788
        23% off
        23% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,375
      • SYD 09:15
        18h
        1 stop
        SAN 10:15
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 16 | Delta Air Lines
        SAN 19:59
        17h 51m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:50
        San Diego - Sydney | Wed, Aug 19 | Delta Air Lines
        AU$ 1,443
        19% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,443
      • SYD 09:30
        27h 25m
        1 stop
        SAN 19:55
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 30 | United Airlines
        SAN 18:28
        19h 27m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:55
        San Diego - Sydney | Thu, Sep 3 | United Airlines
        AU$ 1,446
        19% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,446
      • SYD 09:15
        31h 39m
        1 stop
        SAN 23:54
        Sydney - San Diego | Wed, Aug 26 | Delta Air Lines
        SAN 10:15
        27h 35m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:50
        San Diego - Sydney | Mon, Aug 31 | Delta Air Lines
        AU$ 1,459
        18% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,459
      • SYD 10:20
        27h 25m
        1 stop
        SAN 20:45
        Sydney - San Diego | Wed, Aug 26 | United Airlines
        SAN 19:41
        18h 14m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:55
        San Diego - Sydney | Mon, Aug 31 | United Airlines
        AU$ 1,469
        18% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,469
      • SYD 10:20
        18h 53m
        1 stop
        SAN 12:13
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 16 | United Airlines
        SAN 07:15
        30h 40m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:55
        San Diego - Sydney | Wed, Aug 19 | United Airlines
        AU$ 1,524
        15% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,524
      • SYD 09:15
        27h 1m
        1 stop
        SAN 19:16
        Sydney - San Diego | Tue, Sep 22 | Delta Air Lines
        SAN 19:58
        17h 52m
        1 stop
        SYD 06:50
        San Diego - Sydney | Tue, Sep 29 | Delta Air Lines
        AU$ 1,542
        14% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,542
      • SYD 10:20
        18h 58m
        1 stop
        SAN 12:18
        Sydney - San Diego | Thu, Oct 1 | Virgin Australia
        SAN 18:28
        19h 27m
        1 stop
        SYD 07:55
        San Diego - Sydney | Thu, Oct 8 | United Airlines
        AU$ 1,555
        13% off
        AU$ 1,788 AU$ 1,555
      • SYD 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SAN 14:00
        Sydney - San Diego | Wed, Aug 12 | Normal Airline
        SAN 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        SYD 16:00
        San Diego - Sydney | Fri, Aug 14 | Normal Airline
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      • SYD 10:20
        31h 9m
        1 stop
        SAN 00:29
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 30 | United Airlines
        AU$ 795 AU$ 982
        19% off
        19% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 795
      • SYD 10:20
        25h 19m
        1 stop
        SAN 18:39
        Sydney - San Diego | Thu, Aug 13 | United Airlines
        AU$ 801 AU$ 982
        18% off
        18% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 801
      • SYD 10:20
        29h 27m
        1 stop
        SAN 22:47
        Sydney - San Diego | Fri, Aug 21 | United Airlines
        AU$ 801 AU$ 982
        18% off
        18% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 801
      • SYD 10:20
        29h 27m
        1 stop
        SAN 22:47
        Sydney - San Diego | Sat, Aug 29 | United Airlines
        AU$ 815
        17% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 815
      • SYD 10:20
        29h 27m
        1 stop
        SAN 22:47
        Sydney - San Diego | Sat, Aug 22 | United Airlines
        AU$ 819
        17% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 819
      • SYD 10:20
        31h 9m
        1 stop
        SAN 00:29
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 23 | United Airlines
        AU$ 819
        17% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 819
      • SYD 10:20
        31h 9m
        1 stop
        SAN 00:29
        Sydney - San Diego | Thu, Aug 20 | United Airlines
        AU$ 822
        16% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 822
      • SYD 10:20
        29h 27m
        1 stop
        SAN 22:47
        Sydney - San Diego | Fri, Aug 14 | United Airlines
        AU$ 822
        16% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 822
      • SYD 09:15
        31h 39m
        1 stop
        SAN 23:54
        Sydney - San Diego | Sun, Aug 30 | Delta Air Lines
        AU$ 848
        14% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 848
      • SYD 09:15
        31h 39m
        1 stop
        SAN 23:54
        Sydney - San Diego | Fri, Aug 21 | Delta Air Lines
        AU$ 854
        13% off
        AU$ 982 AU$ 854
      • SYD 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        SAN 14:00
        Sydney - San Diego | Wed, Aug 12 | Normal Airline
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Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Sydney to San Diego

Choose from 2 carriers that fly from Sydney to San Diego, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with United Airlines.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Sydney to San Diego according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Diego (SAN)?

    Based on Trip.com data, United Airlines offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 795 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SYD to SAN on Sun, Aug 30), while Air Canada offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 1,067 departing on Thu, Oct 1 and returning on Thu, Oct 8.
  • At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Sydney to San Diego, including: American Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Sydney to San Diego, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Aug 30, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 795.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is United Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for San Diego travel is around January.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Sydney to San Diego is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney to San Diego on August 11, 2026 with Delta Air Lines, with prices starting at AU$ 804.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in San Diego, with Sydney Airport to San Diego International Airport (SYD-SAN) is by far the most common option on this route: McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) Marine Corps Air Station Miramar (NKX) San Diego International Airport (SAN).
  • The time difference between San Diego and Sydney is 18h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Sydney to San Diego is AU$ 1,212. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Sydney and San Diego, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

Sydney to San-Diego by air

If you are travelling from Sydney to San-Diego by air or looking for Sydney to San-Diego flights, you have come to the right place. Start your search for airfares by giving the travelling date above, or continue reading to find out more about the journey, airlines, flight times, schedules, how to find cheap tickets, and much more.

Sydney to San-Diego airfares

Sydney to San-Diego airfares fluctuate significantly over time. The flight price is impacted by a variety of factors, including demand, travel dates and times, seat availability, and the pricing strategies of different airlines. Additionally, the fares may vary depending on the travel class you select, such as first class, business class, or economy class.

How to find cheap flights from Sydney to San-Diego

Getting the cheapest Sydney to San-Diego flights requires some flexibility, persistence, and a bit of luck. Here are some tips to help you secure the best prices:

  • 1. Be flexible with your travel dates and time: airfares are generally cheaper in the early morning, late evening and weekdays.
  • 2. Be open to alternative airports.
  • 3. Consider booking outbound and inbound flights from different airlines - two one-way Sydney to San-Diego flight tickets may be cheaper than a round-trip ticket.
  • 4. Book connection flight from Sydney to San-Diego
  • 5. Look out for last minute flight deals.

Airlines from Sydney to San-Diego

Although a direct flight from Sydney to San-Diego is not available, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia offers a convenient solution by providing connecting flights. This allows passengers to smoothly and effortlessly travel from Sydney to San-Diego through these highly connected airports.

Sydney to San-Diego flight time

As there is no direct flight available from Sydney to San-Diego, the total flight time is influenced by factors such as whether you need to pick up baggage or change terminals, whether the connecting flights depart from the same or different airports, whether you need to pass through border control and security lines, and flight delays. These variables can affect the overall travel duration. For accurate information, please verify flight details on the booking page.

Everything you need to know about Sydney airport

Sydney Airport (SYD), the busiest airport in Australia, operates through three main terminals: Terminal 1 for international flights, Terminal 2 for domestic flights, and Terminal 3, exclusively for Qantas flights. It offers a diverse range of flight routes, connecting Sydney to numerous global destinations. Traveling to and from the airport is convenient, with multiple transportation options available. The train journey from the city center takes approximately 13 minutes, while buses, rideshare, taxis provide alternative travel choices with travel times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Arriving at San-Diego airport

San Diego Airport (SAN), nestled in the picturesque city of San Diego, California, USA, is the main airport serving the California region. The airport operates from two terminals, equipped with essential amenities for travelers' convenience. It is well-connected with numerous airlines offering domestic and international flights to and from various destinations. Located approximately 5 kilometers from the city center, transportation options from the airport to the city center include taxis, rideshare services, or public transportation. The journey typically takes around 15 minutes.

Book Sydney to San-Diego flights on Trip.com to unlock extra benefits

Finding cheap airfares from Sydney to San-Diego is just the beginning with Trip.com. In addition to finding great flight deals, we also offer a range of extra perks and benefits. By making your flight reservation with us, you gain access to exclusive discounts on hotels, car rentals, and airport transfers, allowing you to maximize savings on your journey. As a token of our gratitude, Trip.com rewards you with Tripcoins, our exclusive loyalty program currency, which can be redeemed for your future travels.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Sydney toSan Diego

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Sydney to San Diego?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Sydney to San Diego on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Sydney to San Diego, with an average price of AU$ 1,092.

AU$ 1,005
AU$ 1,092
AU$ 1,179
AU$ 1,266
AU$ 1,353
Alaska Airlines
AU$ 1,092
Alaska Airlines
American Airlines
AU$ 1,162
American Airlines
Air Canada
AU$ 1,247
Air Canada
United Airlines
AU$ 1,258
United Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
AU$ 1,315
Hawaiian Airlines
Delta Air Lines
AU$ 1,353
Delta Air Lines

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