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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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

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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 22 November 2024.

Wed 4/1216:50MEL - LAX
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1217:05LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,320
Thu 21/1121:30MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 00mSichuan Airlines
Sun 24/1121:30LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,347
Fri 22/1113:35MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Mon 25/1122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/11$1,415
Wed 4/1213:45MEL - LAS
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1219:11LAS - MEL
2 stops22h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,782
Sun 22/1206:10MEL - SFO
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/121:45SFO - MEL
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$1,785
Tue 10/1213:40MEL - LAX
2 stops34h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/1207:00LAX - MEL
2 stops29h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/11$1,840
Thu 5/1207:45MEL - LAX
2 stops27h 16mAir Canada
Wed 29/117:10LAX - MEL
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 21/11$1,895
Fri 22/1123:20MEL - ONT
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1110:05ONT - MEL
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$1,920
Tue 24/1220:15MEL - SFO
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Wed 1/112:05SFO - MEL
1 stop32h 40mAir China
Deal found 20/11$1,921
Mon 25/1112:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 29/1121:20LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/11$1,983
Thu 21/1122:30MEL - LAX
1 stop29h 35mChina Eastern
Fri 29/1111:30LAX - MEL
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/11$1,997
Tue 24/1213:00MEL - LAX
1 stop26h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/106:00LAX - MEL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11$2,073

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 686,349 searches. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 22/1

16:50-23:59

1 stop26h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/2

11:00-16:20

2 stops34h 20m

$1,154

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

08:00-23:55

2 stops34h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 22/2

12:10-13:35

2 stops30h 25m

$1,188

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 3/4

21:20-21:15

1 stop41h 55m

Los Angeles

Fri 18/4

23:15-14:20

2 stops46h 05m

$1,361

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/3

23:35-12:15

1 stop18h 40m

$1,387

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

12:00-07:20

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 21/3

21:35-07:35

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,443

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

19:25-18:00

1 stop41h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/3

23:05-21:25

1 stop28h 20m

$1,506

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 23/4

08:35-13:20

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/6

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

$1,538

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

20:15-19:00

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 21/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop46h 45m

$1,542

MelbourneLong Beach

MEL - LGB

MELLGB

Melbourne

Thu 30/1

13:40-19:45

2 stops25h 05m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 31/1

07:40-23:05

2 stops44h 25m

$1,556

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

07:05-12:11

2 stops24h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

16:35-13:35

2 stops26h 00m

$1,578

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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 Airport to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,118). 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 22 November 2024.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 22 November 2024.

The most flights from MEL to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 22 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Air China 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
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,453 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
474 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.3
Very Good
774 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,339 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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 $622. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $786 while deals on Philippine Airlines start at $996 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: SWISS (100%), Avianca (84%), Virgin Australia (84%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to California is generally $7,889, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $687. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $941 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,118). 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 686,349 searches. Data last updated 22 November 2024.
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$935Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,022Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,075Average$1,710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,098Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,143Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,169Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,231Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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