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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles from $626

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Los Angeles are usually found in February or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,133

One-way from

$626

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,242
Air China
  • Air China
  • 26/3-10/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 87h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
12/3
  • 12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($326 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 February 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 20 February 2025.

Wed 26/320:15MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 45mAir China
Thu 10/423:25LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 10mAir China
Deal found 19/2$1,133
Wed 5/320:15MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/314:20LAX - MEL
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,174
Wed 5/312:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 9/321:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,185
Thu 27/211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:28LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,190
Thu 23/1006:00AVV - LAX
2 stops28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1107:00LAX - AVV
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,193
Wed 25/610:55MEL - LAX
1 stop30h 15mLufthansa
Wed 9/722:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 19/2$1,228
Wed 5/313:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Wed 9/723:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,242
Tue 22/706:00MEL - LAX
2 stops32h 28mAir Canada
Tue 5/806:00LAX - MEL
2 stops36h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,262
Wed 5/312:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/723:15LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,335
Mon 31/321:20MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 25mSichuan Airlines
Fri 11/423:15LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,437
Wed 23/409:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 10mVirgin Australia
Tue 29/418:50LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/2$1,522
Mon 6/1000:35MEL - LAX
2 stops30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/1023:05LAX - MEL
1 stop36h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,629

Find flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 20 February 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

20:15-20:00

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/4

23:25-14:35

1 stop46h 10m

$1,133

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

20:15-19:00

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

14:20-19:05

2 stops34h 45m

$1,174

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

07:45-11:10

2 stops22h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/3

17:10-13:05

2 stops25h 55m

$1,176

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

12:00-07:20

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

21:35-07:35

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,185

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

18:28-09:00

1 stop20h 32m

$1,190

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

12:00-00:30

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

22:35-08:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,223

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

23:55-12:50

1 stop30h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

23:55-22:55

1 stop29h 00m

$1,248

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 12/3

08:10-12:50

2 stops22h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 30/11

22:45-23:15

2 stops29h 30m

$1,251

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

12:00-08:20

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 30/11

17:16-09:35

2 stops21h 19m

$1,346

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

21:20-20:45

1 stop41h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/4

23:15-14:20

1 stop46h 05m

$1,437

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles

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

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 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 71 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $793). 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 20 February 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 41% 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.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 20 February 2025.

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

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 20 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles, such as China Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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 10 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 Air China is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $1,133. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,185 and $1,192, respectively. Air China is 22% 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 $710. Qantas Airways flights start at $716 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $814 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 (74%), Virgin Australia (74%), United Airlines (74%).

  • 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 $7,257, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $705. The most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles), is priced around $998.

  • 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 $50 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 $50.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $793). 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

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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$959Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,020Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,119Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,149Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,172Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,266Average$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,280Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,297Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,321Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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