$560 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from Sydney to San Diego (SYD-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $560 for one-way flights and $1,112 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Air Canada
Air Canada
Air Canada
United
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Delta
Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Qantas Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$1,112
Distance
7515 mi

Sydney to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sydney to San Diego

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sydney to San Diego are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sydney to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sydney to San Diego: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sydney to San Diego

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sydney to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $560 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sydney to San Diego flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sydney to San Diego airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sydney Airport to SAN last minute?
Booking your flight from SYD to SAN at the last minute could help you save if you luck out and find a real steal. However, tickets usually don’t come down in price closer to the departure date. If you wait around, flights could also be booked up or the best seats taken (because who wants the middle seat?). If you’d rather play it safe, book well in advance of when you want to leave. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn’t released its airfares yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airports do you fly into for San Diego from Sydney?
With San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) to choose from, getting from Sydney to San Diego is a snap. The city’s main hub, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), is around 2 mi northwest of the center. Besides the price of tickets, consider things like train or bus options from the airport and the distance to your hotel before making your decision. Get your San Diego adventure off to an awesome start by visiting San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park.
Can I change the date of my flight from Sydney Airport to SAN?
It’s so easy to make amendments to your Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) journey yourself. Access your itinerary via the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Search for new flights and book the one that works best. You’ll get an estimate of your flight change cost, if applicable. You can also visit our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

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