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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles from $561

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Los Angeles are usually found in February or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,191

One-way from

$572

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,613
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($325 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Wed 29/1014:25MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 25/1122:45LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,191
Sat 14/612:05MEL - LAX
1 stop37h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/621:10LAX - MEL
1 stop27h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/4$1,229
Tue 29/410:00MEL - LAX
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/523:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,278
Wed 14/506:00AVV - LAX
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/523:55LAX - AVV
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,328
Mon 20/1021:20MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 25mSichuan Airlines
Tue 11/1121:30LAX - MEL
2 stops46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,514
Mon 24/1100:35MEL - LAX
1 stop38h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/1222:05LAX - MEL
1 stop39h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,531
Sat 7/606:30MEL - LAX
1 stop31h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 31/723:55LAX - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,602
Mon 20/1007:00MEL - LAX
2 stops28h 58mAir Canada
Mon 10/1117:05LAX - MEL
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 15/4$1,609
Wed 14/521:50MEL - LAX
1 stop39h 55mChina Airlines
Sun 18/516:25LAX - MEL
1 stop25h 15mChina Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,688
Mon 20/1009:45MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/1120:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,707

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

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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

$1,191

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 14/6

12:05-09:00

1 stop37h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/6

21:10-17:45

1 stop27h 35m

$1,233

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 29/4

10:00-12:55

2 stops19h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

23:55-12:20

1 stop19h 25m

$1,278

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 14/5

06:00-12:55

2 stops23h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 18/5

23:55-16:05

2 stops23h 10m

$1,328

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

06:30-20:45

1 stop31h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 31/7

23:55-06:30

1 stop37h 35m

$1,602

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

00:35-21:50

1 stop39h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/10

23:05-05:45

1 stop36h 40m

$1,637

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

21:50-20:45

1 stop39h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 18/5

16:25-10:40

1 stop25h 15m

$1,688

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

21:40-13:30

2 stops32h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

20:40-12:20

2 stops46h 40m

$1,699

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

11:55-09:10

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

21:50-06:45

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,737

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

13:40-12:55

1 stop16h 15m

$561

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 15 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles, such as Japan Airlines, China Airlines and Fiji Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 18 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Melbourne. It is only a 15.1 km journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $1,191. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Philippine Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,229 and $1,602, respectively. Fiji Airways is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $572. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $752 while deals on XiamenAir start at $991 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    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 to Los Angeles on time: Avianca (70%), Virgin Australia (70%), United Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $4,400, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $715. The most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles), is priced around $1,069.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki are located about 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km, respectively from Auckland Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Auckland Intl for about $51 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Sydney?

    Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre can be visited by travelling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those on a stopover in Sydney in need of a car hire can book one at Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $57.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$950Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$954Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,021Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,123Average$1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,131Average$2,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,131Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,154Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,259Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,283Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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XiamenAirCheapest$1,289Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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