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$403+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to California

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MEL — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$731
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$403
(Gurufare)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$826

Good round-trip deal

$1,091 or less

Good one-way deal

$577 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to California
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 March 28, 2025.

This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/132:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Sun 10/2611:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/27$752
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/269:45 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 6/229:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$763
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/279:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$774
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/291:30 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Wed 9/1710:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/27$777
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1112:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1511:55 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$782
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:30 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Tue 8/266:00 amLAX - MEL
2 stops38h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$807
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:40 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops32h 53mAir Canada
Tue 9/24:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$821
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/110:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/810:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$840
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/239:00 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop37h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 9/210:00 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$848
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/3010:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/147:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$860
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:35 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/111:50 amSAN - MEL
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$863
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 10/62:30 pmMEL - LAS
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/164:30 pmLAS - MEL
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$892

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 7/31

10:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop14h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

10:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop39h 55m

$731

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 5/12

9:45 am-12:55 pm

2 stops44h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

7:42 pm-11:25 am

2 stops22h 43m

$737

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 5/1

2:30 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops23h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

2:25 pm-6:45 am

1 stop23h 20m

$748

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 5/25

11:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/9

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop19h 00m

$752

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sun 6/1

4:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

10:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

$753

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 5/26

9:45 am-7:00 am

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/22

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$763

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-6:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$774

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Fri 8/29

1:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

10:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$777

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

12:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$782

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 8/5

8:30 pm-11:20 am

2 stops31h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$807

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 March 28, 2025.

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

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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from Melbourne to California have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
722 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,285 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
182 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 Airport to California one-way?

    $403 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sichuan Airlines and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $456 and $601, respectively.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to California are Avianca (74%), Virgin Australia (74%) and United Airlines (74%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,451 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $446 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $621.

  • 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 Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$643Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$699Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$789Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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