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Cheap flights from California to Melbourne from $467

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
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 (ME1). 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 November 2024.

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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 20 November 2024.

Wed 4/1209:30LAX - MEL
2 stops54h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1216:50MEL - LAX
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,478
Mon 2/1222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Sun 19/113:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,512
Tue 10/1222:35SFO - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Tue 21/113:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,561
Tue 3/1207:05SJC - MEL
1 stop38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1213:55MEL - SJC
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,569
Wed 25/1207:10SFO - MEL
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/116:50MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,587
Sat 23/1122:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$1,669
Fri 29/1107:00LAX - MEL
2 stops29h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/1218:00MEL - LAX
2 stops22h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,749
Sat 7/1200:05LAX - MEL
2 stops44h 30mANA
Tue 4/309:00MEL - LAX
2 stops27h 50mANA
Deal found 19/11$1,792
Thu 21/1118:28ONT - MEL
1 stop20h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/1213:00MEL - ONT
1 stop20h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,836
Mon 2/1215:30SNA - MEL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/1213:00MEL - SNA
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,845
Fri 29/1119:05LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1217:00MEL - LAX
1 stop37h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$1,859
Tue 3/1207:35SAN - MEL
1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/1207:00MEL - SAN
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,874

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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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OntarioMelbourne

ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

Thu 13/3

18:45-09:00

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

11:55-18:00

1 stop24h 05m

$1,469

BurbankMelbourne

BUR - MEL

BURMEL

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 8/2

13:13-10:00

2 stops25h 47m

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

11:30-14:29

2 stops21h 59m

$1,475

Santa AnaMelbourne

SNA - MEL

SNAMEL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/2

15:40-10:00

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

11:30-12:18

2 stops19h 48m

$1,475

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/12

09:30-11:00

2 stops54h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 8/12

16:50-21:05

1 stop23h 15m

$1,478

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 29/1

22:35-22:55

1 stop29h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop17h 05m

$1,480

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 11/4

22:10-13:45

1 stop22h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

08:35-09:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,488

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Mon 31/3

17:10-14:10

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 17/4

20:50-11:10

2 stops31h 20m

$1,488

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

07:45-10:50

2 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

16:50-19:45

1 stop21h 55m

$1,489

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 27/2

21:45-12:45

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

13:45-12:50

1 stop18h 05m

$1,512

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 20/1

17:10-15:45

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

08:10-11:10

2 stops22h 00m

$1,514

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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?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from California to Melbourne 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 20 November 2024.

When flying from California to Melbourne, 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

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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from USCA to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 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 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, 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 20 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Melbourne, such as United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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
1,460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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
476 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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
8.3
Very Good
778 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

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 one-way?

    $738 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from $749 and $780, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Melbourne or Los Angeles - Melbourne Avalon, Los Angeles - Melbourne is the most popular route from California to Melbourne.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from California, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (85%), American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Melbourne?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $1,654, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $671. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Melbourne), is priced around $1,087.

  • 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?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Melbourne. 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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,146Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,235Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,259Average$1,987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,422Average$1,713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,485Average$2,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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