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$288+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 November 14, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$973
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$288
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Melbourne flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Melbourne flights.
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/105:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1712:00 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$973
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Mon 3/171:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/14$989
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/167:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/211:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,086
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/68:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/2412:05 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops27h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/14$1,196
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/1510:15 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/2112:45 amMEL - LAX
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/14$1,264
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/14$1,347
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/304:55 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops27h 50mAir Canada
Sun 2/28:10 amMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 11/14$1,363
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/2410:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 45mChina Southern
Sun 12/111:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop37h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/14$1,372
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/279:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Sat 2/19:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop41h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,410
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Tue 12/39:15 amLAX - MEL
2 stops51h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 12/85:45 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,427

Find flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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Tue 12/10

5:05 pm-4:20 pm

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Melbourne

Mon 3/17

12:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$973

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LAX - MEL

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Tue 4/15

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 4/28

9:10 am-1:20 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$982

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

5:10 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/16

8:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 00m

$987

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

10:35 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 3/17

1:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$989

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 2/7

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,046

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 3/6

11:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 3/10

8:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,070

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

11:15 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops46h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 4/21

8:20 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop41h 55m

$1,110

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

10:00 pm-4:10 am

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 1/24

10:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,186

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

9:35 pm-7:35 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

9:40 am-6:00 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,201

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

5:10 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$474

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 Airport?

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 November 8, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,062). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport 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 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 November 14, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport

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 November 14, 2024.

The most flights from LAX to MEL 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 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 November 14, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

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1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

8.4
Very good
836 reviews
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

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7.7

Boarding

8.6

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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

8.1
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199 reviews
8.4
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836 reviews

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7.9

Crew

8.7

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8.4

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8.2

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7.7

Boarding

8.6

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1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

8.1
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529 reviews
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

7.9
Good
2,296 reviews
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

7.6
Good
826 reviews
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 6 flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne per day from 8 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $984 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Fiji Airways and United Airlines, starting at $989 and $1,046 round-trip. Air Canada is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $452. Users have also found prices from $477 and $488 on Air Canada and Fiji Airways, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SWISS (100%), Lufthansa (88%), American Airlines( 85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is generally $5,436, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $592. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $709 for that flight.

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

  • 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 Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Those on a layover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can do so by traveling 10.9 mi, 11.4 mi, and 10.7 mi, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Auckland Intl for about $48 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,062). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport 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 8 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$730Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
WestJetCheapest$779Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$834Average$2,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$910Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Air CanadaCheapest$921Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,071Average$2,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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