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$457+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne

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LAX — MEL
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 January 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$799
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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Average price

$1,320
From Los Angeles to Melbourne
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($205 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 3/45:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/147:05 amMEL - LAX
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$799
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/2110:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Fri 3/71:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/23$835
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Mon 2/310:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 30mChina Southern
Tue 3/1111:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop37h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 1/22$850
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 4/1611:55 pmLAX - AVV
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/286:00 amAVV - LAX
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$898
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sun 2/92:35 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Fri 2/218:10 amMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 1/22$905
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1110:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$944
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Tue 5/2010:55 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 6/410:35 amAVV - LAX
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/23$1,332

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Tue 3/4

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Fri 3/14

7:05 am-12:50 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$799

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Fri 2/21

10:35 pm-12:45 pm

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1:45 pm-12:50 pm

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$835

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Mon 2/3

10:00 pm-9:30 pm

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Wed 2/12

8:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$850

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LAXMEL

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Mon 3/24

10:35 pm-8:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

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Wed 4/2

10:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$891

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

11:55 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$898

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/6

2:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops28h 40m

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Sun 2/16

8:10 am-1:41 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$909

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LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

12:30 am-10:15 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

11:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$979

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LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

10:55 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 6/4

10:35 am-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,332

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

7:45 am-5:35 pm

3 stops40h 50m

$457

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

11:55 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$468

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 LAX to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 23, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 January 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, China Southern and Air Canada from Los Angeles to Melbourne to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

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1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.4
Very good
849 reviews
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very good
188 reviews
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

7.7
Good
211 reviews
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

7.5
Good
830 reviews
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Los Angeles airport to Melbourne. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $835. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $850 and $891, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $508 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $522 and Air Canada from $563 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne are American Airlines (74%), Alaska Airlines (74%) and Qantas Airways (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne is generally $4,547, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $522. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $655 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Auckland?

    If you're on a layover in Auckland and looking for things to do, consider visiting New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, or University Clock Tower. New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, and University Clock Tower can be visited by traveling about 11.4 mi, 10.9 mi, and 10.7 mi respectively from Auckland Intl. Those on a layover in Auckland in need of a rental car can book one at Auckland Intl for about $47.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Melbourne flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$722Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$820Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$834Average$2,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$858Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$901Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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