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$361+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to California

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MEL — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$753
(BestPriceTravel)

One-way from

$361
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$789

Good round-trip deal

$928 or less

Good one-way deal

$576 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 February 20, 2025.

This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/612:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 3/109:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/20$753
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/311:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/164:12 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$756
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/311:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mAir Canada
Sun 3/1610:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$766
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$770
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/41:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop22h 27mLufthansa
Tue 3/1110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$775
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/201:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Fri 3/2811:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop29h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$776
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/1611:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Sat 5/2410:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$780
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 6/168:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
Thu 7/310:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$817
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 9/1410:55 amMEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/158:00 amSFO - MEL
1 stop30h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$823
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/1612:55 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops38h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/248:32 amSFO - MEL
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$828
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/2712:00 pmMEL - SNA
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/236:15 pmSNA - MEL
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$845
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/41:00 pmMEL - ONT
1 stop39h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:00 amONT - MEL
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$845

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 February 20, 2025.

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Melbourne

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

12:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

9:35 pm-7:35 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$753

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

4:12 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 48m

$756

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 3/13

7:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

5:10 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$762

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

10:35 pm-8:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$766

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 3/4

1:00 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop22h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

10:35 pm-8:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$775

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 3/20

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/28

11:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$776

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 4/16

11:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

10:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$780

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 6/16

8:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

$817

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 4/16

12:55 pm-9:56 am

2 stops38h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

8:32 am-12:40 pm

2 stops35h 08m

$828

MelbourneSanta Ana

MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

10:30 am-5:16 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/23

3:36 pm-7:30 am

2 stops22h 54m

$845

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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 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 $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 February 20, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (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 February 20, 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

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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
727 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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
1,299 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

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?

    $417 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 Qantas Airways and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from $455 and $517, 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 $2,411 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $470 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $634.

  • 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 $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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$640Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$730Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$768Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$788Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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