Cheap flights from San Diego to Sydney from $519

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6:20 pm - 8:45 am
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SYD
21h 25m
2 stops
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11:55 am - 5:24 pm
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SAN
22h 29m
2 stops
$999Air New Zealand
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13
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10:49 am - 10:40 am
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30h 51m
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7:20 pm - 5:49 pm
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39h 29m
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$1,020Air New Zealand
Sun, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 15
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10:49 am - 8:45 am
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28h 56m
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11:55 am - 7:51 pm
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24h 56m
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$1,046Air New Zealand
Fri, May 29 - Sun, Jun 7
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6:20 am - 8:45 am
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33h 25m
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7:50 am - 11:59 pm
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33h 09m
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$1,052Air New Zealand
Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28
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8:32 pm - 10:40 am
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45h 08m
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7:20 pm - 7:51 pm
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41h 31m
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$1,057Air New Zealand
Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22
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11:01 am - 10:40 am
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30h 39m
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7:20 pm - 8:12 pm
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41h 52m
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$1,066Air New Zealand
Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 20
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4:26 pm - 10:40 am
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25h 14m
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9:55 am - 11:59 pm
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31h 04m
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$1,094Air New Zealand
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
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6:20 pm - 7:00 am
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19h 40m
1 stop
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9:55 am - 5:24 pm
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24h 29m
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$1,122Air New Zealand
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13
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6:20 am - 8:45 am
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33h 25m
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17h 38m
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$1,135Air New Zealand
Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28
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27h 11m
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7:20 pm - 11:44 pm
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45h 24m
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$1,143Air New Zealand
Sun, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 15

Qantas Airways flights from San Diego to Sydney

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Qantas Airways
Mar 3
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
34h 40m
2 stops
SYD6:25 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 10
SYD7:15 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
38h 35m
2 stops
SAN3:50 pmSan Diego
$1,202
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Mar 3
SAN2:46 pmSan Diego
32h 39m
2 stops
SYD6:25 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 10
SYD7:15 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
43h 22m
2 stops
SAN8:37 pmSan Diego
$1,203
Qantas Airways
Mar 2
SAN2:46 pmSan Diego
32h 39m
2 stops
SYD6:25 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 9
SYD10:15 amSydney Kingsford Smith
47h 34m
2 stops
SAN3:49 pmSan Diego
$1,263

Air New Zealand flights from San Diego to Sydney

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Diego to Sydney flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Apr 22
SAN6:20 pmSan Diego
21h 25m
2 stops
SYD8:45 amSydney Kingsford Smith
May 13
SYD11:55 amSydney Kingsford Smith
22h 29m
2 stops
SAN5:24 pmSan Diego
$999
Air New Zealand
Aug 2
SAN10:49 amSan Diego
30h 51m
2 stops
SYD10:40 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Aug 15
SYD7:20 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
39h 29m
2 stops
SAN5:49 pmSan Diego
$1,020
Air New Zealand
May 29
SAN10:49 amSan Diego
28h 56m
2 stops
SYD8:45 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Jun 7
SYD11:55 amSydney Kingsford Smith
24h 56m
2 stops
SAN7:51 pmSan Diego
$1,046

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Sydney 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 16, 2026.
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SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 4/22

6:20 pm-8:45 am

2 stops21h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/13

11:55 am-5:24 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$999

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 8/2

10:49 am-10:40 am

2 stops30h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/15

7:20 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops39h 29m

$1,020

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Fri 5/29

10:49 am-8:45 am

2 stops28h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/7

11:55 am-7:51 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,046

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 6/21

6:20 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/28

7:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$1,052

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Mon 6/15

8:32 pm-10:40 am

2 stops45h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/22

7:20 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops41h 31m

$1,057

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Fri 4/10

11:01 am-10:40 am

2 stops30h 39m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/20

7:20 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops41h 52m

$1,066

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Fri 5/1

4:26 pm-10:40 am

2 stops25h 14m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

9:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$1,094

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 4/22

6:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/13

9:55 am-5:24 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,122

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 6/21

6:20 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/28

9:30 am-10:08 am

1 stop17h 38m

$1,135

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 8/2

10:49 am-7:00 am

1 stop27h 11m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/15

7:20 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops45h 24m

$1,143

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $950. If you are unable to visit Sydney during the month of August, then departing from San Diego during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $952.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,141 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from San Diego for as low as $948 on momondo.

How have San Diego to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for San Diego to Sydney flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Diego to Sydney (SAN to SYD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Sydney

Fastest flight time

22h 18m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Sydney takes 22h 18m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Sydney. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Sydney.
  • How far is San Diego to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith is 7507.7 mi away from San Diego. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 18m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Sydney?

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7.8
2,833 reviews
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7.2
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7.4
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8.0
11,888 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $949Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,208 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $956Free CancellationRating
8.0
585 reviews
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