Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between MEL and SAN:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport is Rs137,100. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs240,436. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from MEL to SAN, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to SAN in February. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from MEL to SAN:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are top sights which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental
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