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Cheap flights from Melbourne to California from $607

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to California flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,181

One-way from

$607

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,237
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/3-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 30h 20m total
  • Melbourne to California
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($323 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 6/312:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 10/321:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,181
Mon 3/311:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/316:12LAX - MEL
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,185
Mon 3/311:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mAir Canada
Sun 16/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$1,201
Tue 4/311:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,207
Tue 4/313:00MEL - LAX
1 stop22h 27mLufthansa
Tue 11/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2$1,215
Thu 20/313:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Fri 28/323:35LAX - MEL
1 stop29h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,217
Thu 13/306:00AVV - LAX
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/312:10LAX - AVV
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,223
Wed 16/423:35MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Sat 24/522:45SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,223
Sun 14/910:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/908:00SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,290
Wed 16/412:55MEL - SFO
2 stops38h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/508:32SFO - MEL
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,298
Thu 27/312:00MEL - SNA
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 23/418:15SNA - MEL
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,325
Tue 4/313:00MEL - ONT
1 stop39h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/306:00ONT - MEL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,325

Find flights from Melbourne to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to California 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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Melbourne

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

12:00-07:20

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

21:35-07:35

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,181

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/3

16:12-09:00

1 stop22h 48m

$1,185

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

07:00-11:10

2 stops22h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/3

17:10-17:50

2 stops30h 40m

$1,195

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/3

22:35-08:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,201

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

20:15-09:50

1 stop32h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

13:05-15:45

1 stop32h 40m

$1,203

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

13:00-16:27

1 stop22h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

22:35-08:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,215

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 20/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 28/3

23:35-22:55

1 stop29h 20m

$1,217

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 13/3

06:00-11:10

2 stops23h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/3

12:10-14:10

2 stops32h 00m

$1,223

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

23:35-13:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 24/5

22:45-12:40

1 stop20h 55m

$1,223

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

12:55-20:27

2 stops24h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 21/5

14:18-22:35

2 stops39h 17m

$1,276

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
725 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,297 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $712 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $713 and Sichuan Airlines from $811 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to California are Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - San Francisco and Melbourne - Ontario.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to California consider choosing Avianca(74%), Virgin Australia(74%) or United Airlines(74%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to California?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to California is generally $7,228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $702. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $991 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$937Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$955Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,016Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,086Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,095Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,114Average$1,976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,167Average$1,748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,195Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,213Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,292Average$2,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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