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$525+ Cheap flights from California to Melbourne (MEL)

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LAX — MEL
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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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 (MEL). 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 December 19, 2024.

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$853
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One-way from

$525
(Kiwi.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/2510:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3111:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,179
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2810:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/16:15 amMEL - LAX
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/277:00 amSFO - MEL
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/124:50 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:39 amONT - MEL
1 stop28h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/151:00 pmMEL - ONT
1 stop24h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/288:05 amOAK - MEL
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/224:50 pmMEL - OAK
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,356
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/255:00 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/128:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,430
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 10mChina Southern
Tue 1/218:40 amMEL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$1,433
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:45 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 1/211:45 pmMEL - SFO
2 stops20h 43mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,599
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:55 amLAX - MEL
1 stop30h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/2312:45 amMEL - LAX
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$1,614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/229:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Sat 1/119:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,655
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop37h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/2012:45 amMEL - SFO
1 stop39h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,664
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:05 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops36h 35mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/47:20 amMEL - LAX
2 stops29h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,717

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

5:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 2/16

4:50 pm-5:00 am

1 stop31h 10m

$853

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

11:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

11:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$930

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

2:15 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/16

8:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 00m

$931

OntarioMelbourne

ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

Sat 2/15

9:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop35h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 3/16

4:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$952

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/9

1:45 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$965

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/1

7:45 am-2:15 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 3/15

7:50 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,000

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

1:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 3/24

2:40 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,026

San JoseMelbourne

SJC - MEL

SJCMEL

San Jose

Tue 1/21

7:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop38h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 1/31

6:30 am-10:17 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$1,034

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 3/6

11:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 3/15

1:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops39h 05m

$1,044

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

2:45 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 3/5

8:10 am-1:56 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,057

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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 Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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 December 19, 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 Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne Airport

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 December 19, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 December 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about China Eastern, Philippine Airlines and China Southern. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
8.6
Very good
65 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
839 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
1,442 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
754 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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 Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $551 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $569 and Air Canada from $584 one-way.

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

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

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

    Consider American Airlines (82%), Alaska Airlines (82%) or Qantas Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Melbourne Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from California to Melbourne Airport is generally $4,575, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $453. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $625 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 Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$722Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
WestJetCheapest$779Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$834Average$2,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$896Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$905Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,025Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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