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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles from $618

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Los Angeles are usually found in February or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 (MEL) 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 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,151

One-way from

$618

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,678

Good round-trip deal

$2,036 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,459 or less
12/2-1/3
  • 12/2-1/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
19/3
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($331 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles.

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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 23 January 2025.

Wed 12/216:50MEL - LAX
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/317:00LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,151
Wed 20/812:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mFiji Airways
Wed 17/923:55LAX - MEL
1 stop29h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,164
Wed 12/220:15MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 45mAir China
Thu 3/423:25LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 10mAir China
Deal found 22/1$1,200
Fri 28/211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,444
Wed 5/208:00MEL - LAX
2 stops24h 41mAir Canada
Tue 25/217:10LAX - MEL
2 stops26h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 23/1$1,451
Wed 5/212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 9/220:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,478
Thu 20/211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mLufthansa
Wed 5/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 23/1$1,490

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 23 January 2025.

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

16:50-20:25

2 stops22h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/3

17:00-16:20

1 stop28h 20m

$1,151

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/4

23:55-12:15

1 stop19h 20m

$1,165

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

20:15-19:00

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/4

23:25-15:35

1 stop46h 10m

$1,200

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/3

22:35-08:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,444

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

08:00-13:41

2 stops24h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

17:10-14:15

2 stops26h 05m

$1,451

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

12:00-07:20

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/2

20:35-07:35

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,478

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/3

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,490

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

16:50-08:15

1 stop33h 25m

$618

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

13:45-11:50

1 stop17h 05m

$626

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

21:30-19:30

1 stop41h 00m

$815

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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 Airport 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 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 23 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 21 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 23 January 2025.

The most flights from MEL 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 23 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada from Melbourne to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.2
Very Good
736 reviews
8.2
Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
188 reviews
8.2
Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
434 reviews
8.2
Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.2
Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
823 reviews
8.2
Very Good
736 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 17 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,165 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and United Airlines, starting at $1,200 and $1,444 round-trip. Fiji Airways is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles are Fiji Airways ($626), Sichuan Airlines ($815), and United Airlines ($921).

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Melbourne Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (71%), Virgin Australia (71%), United Airlines( 71%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles is generally $9,062, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,159. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $991 for that flight.

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

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

    If you're on a stopover in Auckland and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can be visited by travelling about 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km respectively from Auckland Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Auckland can hire a car from Auckland Intl for about $70 per day.

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

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and The Rocks Markets. Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and The Rocks Markets can be visited by travelling about 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 9.6 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can hire a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $58 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles (average of $793). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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$945Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$971Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,055Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,133Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,170Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,171Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,296Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,317Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,338Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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