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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport from $790

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,355

One-way from

$790

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,098
13/2-26/2
  • 13/2-26/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
6/2
  • 6/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 13/206:15LAX - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/216:50MEL - LAX
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,355
Fri 2/523:55LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Sun 18/523:35MEL - LAX
1 stop30h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,358
Mon 27/117:05LAX - MEL
2 stops27h 40mAir Canada
Wed 5/207:10MEL - LAX
2 stops23h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1$1,382
Thu 27/222:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/311:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,518
Thu 13/211:40LAX - MEL
1 stop27h 20mLufthansa
Wed 26/211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1$1,551
Tue 11/300:20LAX - MEL
1 stop36h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/300:45MEL - LAX
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/1$1,743

Find flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 17 January 2025.

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LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 13/2

22:35-12:45

1 stop19h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

20:15-11:50

2 stops34h 35m

$1,355

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 2/5

23:55-11:35

1 stop18h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

23:35-12:55

1 stop30h 20m

$1,358

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 27/1

17:05-15:45

2 stops27h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

07:10-11:10

2 stops23h 00m

$1,382

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 27/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,518

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 13/2

11:40-10:00

1 stop27h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,551

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

00:20-07:10

1 stop36h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:45-10:05

1 stop27h 20m

$1,743

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 6/2

22:35-20:00

3 stops26h 25m

$790

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 17/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$840

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

00:20-07:10

1 stop36h 50m

$911

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 24/6

13:50-08:15

1 stop25h 25m

$937

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 17 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from LAX to MEL 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 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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne, such as Fiji Airways, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

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 Los Angeles to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Located just 15.1 km from the city centre, Los Angeles is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,358 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and United Airlines, starting at $1,382 and $1,518 round-trip. Fiji Airways is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $840. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport consider choosing American Airlines(74%), Alaska Airlines(74%) or Qantas Airways(74%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is generally $1,638, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $901. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $1,120 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Melbourne

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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,190Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$1,941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,457Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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