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$304+ Cheap flights from California to Melbourne

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LAX — MEL
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 20, 2024.

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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/49:30 amLAX - MEL
2 stops54h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:50 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$963
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:55 amSFO - MEL
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:50 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$977
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/210:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Sun 1/191:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/18$985
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Tue 12/1010:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Tue 1/211:45 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/18$1,017
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:05 amSJC - MEL
1 stop38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/121:55 pmMEL - SJC
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 11/2310:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/611:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,087
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/297:00 amLAX - MEL
2 stops29h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/126:00 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,139
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/249:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Mon 12/29:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,159
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/712:05 amLAX - MEL
2 stops44h 30mANA
Tue 3/49:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops27h 50mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/216:28 pmONT - MEL
1 stop20h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/41:00 pmMEL - ONT
1 stop20h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/23:30 pmSNA - MEL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/51:00 pmMEL - SNA
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/34:59 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop28h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/161:55 pmMEL - SAN
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,203

Find flights from California to Melbourne within your budget

Customize 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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OntarioMelbourne

ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

Thu 3/13

6:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

12:00 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$957

BurbankMelbourne

BUR - MEL

BURMEL

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 2/8

1:13 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 47m

Melbourne

Sat 2/15

11:30 am-2:29 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$961

Santa AnaMelbourne

SNA - MEL

SNAMEL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/8

3:40 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 2/15

11:30 am-12:18 pm

2 stops19h 48m

$961

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 12/4

9:30 am-11:00 am

2 stops54h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 12/8

4:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$963

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

10:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 3/26

1:40 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$964

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 4/11

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 4/30

8:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$969

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

5:10 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 4/17

8:50 pm-11:10 am

2 stops31h 20m

$969

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

7:45 am-10:50 am

2 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 1/26

4:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$970

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

9:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$985

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

2:05 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 2/25

8:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 00m

$986

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $1,062). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 November 20, 2024.

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

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 November 20, 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 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand from California to Melbourne 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
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

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?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Melbourne are Air Canada ($484), Fiji Airways ($488), and United Airlines ($508).

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Melbourne consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, San Francisco - Melbourne or Los Angeles - Melbourne Avalon as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from California, check out 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?

    While on average a flight from California to Melbourne is generally $5,367, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $454. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $708 for that flight.

  • 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 vacation 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $1,062). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 9 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$728Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
WestJetCheapest$779Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$834Average$2,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$910Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Air CanadaCheapest$921Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,071Average$2,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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