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$441+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Apr 27 — May 41
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Sun 5/4
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$830
(oojo)

One-way from

$470
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$972
From Riverside to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:55 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/191:25 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$810
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/811:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Fri 9/1911:35 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop30h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$830
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 9/142:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Thu 10/26:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops27h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$896
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/110:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/912:05 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/21$914
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/181:25 amLAX - MEL
1 stop27h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/102:25 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/22$1,080
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:20 amLAX - MEL
2 stops31h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops30h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,123
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 9/256:15 amMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,127

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Riverside

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

11:55 pm-12:55 am

2 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 8/19

1:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$810

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

11:55 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$830

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

2:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-4:08 pm

2 stops27h 08m

$896

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 7/1

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 7/9

12:05 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$914

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

1:25 am-10:15 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 9/10

2:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,080

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 9/25

6:15 am-5:55 am

1 stop16h 40m

$1,127

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

5:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops45h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 6/3

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$1,144

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

5:30 am-11:30 am

2 stops37h 00m

$441

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 8/25

5:15 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$527

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

11:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$544

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Riverside with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport 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 R1V to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 April 22, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand from Riverside to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
188 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,392 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
850 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $545. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (89%), American Airlines (89%) or Alaska Airlines (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Riverside to Melbourne Airport is $487. On average you can expect to pay $3,711. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $830.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riverside to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport 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 Riverside to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$689Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$872Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,583Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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