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$368+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to California

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MEL — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to California (USCA). 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 January 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$701
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$368
(Trip.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/124:50 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/187:35 amSAN - MEL
1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$701
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/51:35 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Tue 2/1110:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/16$717
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 9/510:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/16$718
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop33h 05mAir China
Thu 3/2011:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop46h 45mAir China
Deal found 1/16$723
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1811:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Sat 4/2610:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/16$730
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/124:50 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/169:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$732
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/24:50 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/255:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$733
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/136:00 amAVV - LAX
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/1311:55 pmLAX - AVV
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$764
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:35 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/2310:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/16$791
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/3012:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 2/38:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/16$855
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/71:55 pmMEL - SJC
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/86:18 pmSJC - MEL
1 stop27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$870
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2312:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 2/54:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/16$930

Find flights from Melbourne to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

4:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

7:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$701

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 2/5

1:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

10:35 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$717

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 2/5

4:50 pm-5:00 am

1 stop31h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

5:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$721

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 3/1

8:15 pm-10:20 am

1 stop33h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

11:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop46h 45m

$723

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 4/18

11:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

10:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$730

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

4:50 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

9:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$732

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 2/13

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops24h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

11:55 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$764

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 5/7

8:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 5/23

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

$791

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

8:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/27

10:10 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$795

MelbourneOntario

MEL - ONT

MELONT

Melbourne

Sun 3/2

4:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Ontario

Sun 3/9

8:25 am-7:35 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$808

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Melbourne to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,448 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Overall

8.8

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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 Melbourne to California. 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 Melbourne to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $387. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to California for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to California are Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - San Francisco and Melbourne - Ontario.

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

    Consider Avianca (71%), Virgin Australia (71%) or United Airlines (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to California is $691. On average you can expect to pay $2,794. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $694.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 Melbourne to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$635Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$730Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$768Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$786Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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