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Cheap flights from California to Melbourne Airport from $624

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

Cheap flight deals from California to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 January 2025.

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$1,034

One-way from

$624

Good round-trip deal

$1,900 or less

Good one-way deal

$941 or less
25/2-5/3
  • 25/2-5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 18m total
  • California to Melbourne
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4/3
  • 4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • California to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from California to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Tue 25/218:21SJC - MEL
1 stop26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/316:50MEL - SJC
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,034
Tue 4/310:36SAN - MEL
1 stop34h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:50MEL - SAN
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,107
Tue 11/221:45SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 25/213:35MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,141
Tue 25/209:00SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/316:50MEL - SFO
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,174
Sat 28/623:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
Fri 1/823:35MEL - LAX
1 stop30h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,350
Sat 5/423:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/406:00MEL - LAX
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,358
Tue 4/308:20LAS - MEL
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/313:45MEL - LAS
2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,394
Thu 6/214:35LAX - MEL
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Sun 16/208:10MEL - LAX
2 stops24h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,454
Sat 8/322:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/310:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,510
Tue 29/720:40LAX - MEL
2 stops44h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 17/806:00MEL - LAX
2 stops34h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,666
Wed 2/423:55SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 13/408:00MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,674
Mon 24/218:50SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 25mAir Canada
Tue 4/307:10MEL - SFO
2 stops24h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,680

Find flights from California to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Melbourne 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 22 January 2025.

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San JoseMelbourne

SJC - MEL

SJCMEL

San Jose

Tue 25/2

18:21-16:20

1 stop26h 59m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

16:50-22:09

2 stops24h 19m

$1,034

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Tue 4/3

10:36-16:20

1 stop34h 44m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

16:50-23:59

2 stops25h 09m

$1,107

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 11/2

21:45-12:15

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

13:35-12:50

1 stop18h 15m

$1,141

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

09:00-16:20

1 stop36h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

16:50-21:05

2 stops23h 15m

$1,174

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 28/6

23:55-12:15

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

12:55-12:55

1 stop17h 00m

$1,350

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/4

23:55-12:15

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

06:00-12:55

2 stops23h 55m

$1,358

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/3

08:20-12:15

2 stops32h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

13:45-19:23

2 stops23h 38m

$1,394

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 6/2

14:35-14:15

2 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

08:10-13:41

2 stops24h 31m

$1,454

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 8/3

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

10:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,510

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

23:55-06:00

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 13/4

08:00-21:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,674

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Best time to book a flight from California to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from California to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 CA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

When flying from California to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne. 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 January 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 22 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air Canada and Cathay Pacific from California to Melbourne. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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
1,449 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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 California to Melbourne. 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 California to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    $806 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $835 and $906, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from California to Melbourne Airport is Los Angeles - Melbourne. You may also consider San Francisco - Melbourne or Ontario - Melbourne.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Melbourne Airport are American Airlines (74%), Alaska Airlines (74%) and Qantas Airways (74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $896. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Melbourne) can be booked for $1,048 on average our data indicates $1,655 when flying from California to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Melbourne 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 California to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,185Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,287Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,349Average$2,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,449Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,536Average$2,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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