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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to California from $540

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
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 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,187

One-way from

$540

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,600

Good round-trip deal

$1,537 or less

Good one-way deal

$914 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($320 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($82 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 18 April 2025.

Tue 13/512:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mFiji Airways
Tue 27/523:55LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,179
Fri 29/813:30MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Wed 10/922:35SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,217
Sun 18/523:35MEL - LAX
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/523:55LAX - MEL
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,284
Wed 4/621:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/922:35SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,372
Wed 8/1009:00MEL - LAX
1 stop42h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 19/1023:55LAX - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,378
Wed 14/512:55MEL - LAS
2 stops21h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/518:29LAS - MEL
2 stops24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,419
Mon 6/1021:20MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 25mSichuan Airlines
Tue 21/1023:15LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,498
Thu 9/1000:35MEL - LAX
1 stop36h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 26/1020:50LAX - MEL
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,553
Wed 8/1000:35MEL - SFO
1 stop27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 31/1010:40SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,553
Wed 4/608:00MEL - SFO
1 stop29h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 3/923:55SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,561
Sat 30/810:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Sat 13/922:50SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 45mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,579
Sat 7/607:25MEL - SFO
1 stop20h 55mJapan Airlines
Mon 23/613:35SFO - MEL
1 stop23h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,674

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

12:55-12:55

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/5

23:55-11:55

1 stop19h 00m

$1,187

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

13:30-13:25

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 17/9

22:35-12:25

1 stop20h 50m

$1,234

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

23:35-12:55

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

23:55-15:45

2 stops22h 50m

$1,284

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

09:00-20:45

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/10

23:55-06:00

1 stop36h 05m

$1,400

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

12:55-17:04

2 stops21h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 21/5

18:29-12:20

2 stops24h 51m

$1,419

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

21:20-20:45

1 stop41h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 21/10

23:15-15:20

1 stop46h 05m

$1,433

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

22:00-13:50

2 stops32h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

23:00-12:00

1 stop20h 00m

$1,468

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

00:35-19:05

1 stop36h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 26/10

20:50-18:10

1 stop27h 20m

$1,553

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

18:25-09:40

1 stop32h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 20/9

11:30-07:25

1 stop26h 55m

$1,584

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

08:00-20:50

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

23:55-06:30

1 stop37h 35m

$1,594

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $784). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 18 April 2025.

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

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 18 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to California. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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
1,447 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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
729 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
186 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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
1,288 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $540. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $722 while deals on XiamenAir start at $973 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - San Francisco or Melbourne - Ontario when deciding on the best route from Melbourne Airport to California.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to California on time: American Airlines (66%), Alaska Airlines (66%), WestJet (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to California?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to California is generally $4,363, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $709. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $1,068 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 Airport to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $784). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 18 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$942Average$2,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,013Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,113Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,121Average$2,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,122Average$1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,161Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,187Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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