MEL - LAX

£317 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Los Angeles, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles (MEL-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 22:02MEL-LAX
23h 57m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:59 - 05:00LAX-MEL
34h 01m1 stop
£515American Airlines
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Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:30 - 06:40MEL-LAX
14h 10mdirect
United Airlines Logo
22:35 - 08:30LAX-MEL
15h 55mdirect
£519United Airlines
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Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Air Canada Logo
08:10 - 11:48MEL-LAX
22h 38m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
18:10 - 14:15LAX-MEL
25h 05m2 stops
£531Air Canada
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Thu, 13 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:10 - 06:05MEL-LAX
17h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:30 - 05:00LAX-MEL
32h 30m1 stop
£534Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 06:00MEL-LAX
17h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:59 - 05:00LAX-MEL
35h 01m1 stop
£539Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Fiji Airways Logo
14:15 - 11:50MEL-LAX
16h 35m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:45 - 12:45LAX-MEL
19h 00m1 stop
£545Fiji Airways
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Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
Air Canada Logo
07:10 - 11:48MEL-LAX
22h 38m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:50 - 14:45LAX-MEL
30h 55m2 stops
£550Air Canada
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Tue, 14 Oct - Mon, 17 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 06:00MEL-LAX
14h 15mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
22:50 - 09:30LAX-MEL
15h 40mdirect
£560Qantas Airways
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 06:00MEL-LAX
14h 15mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
20:50 - 06:45LAX-MEL
15h 55mdirect
£586Qantas Airways
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Mon, 20 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
Fiji Airways Logo
14:30 - 12:55MEL-LAX
16h 25m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:45 - 12:45LAX-MEL
19h 00m1 stop
£589Fiji Airways
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Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
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United's Wi-Fi varies; check coverage map before buying.
Use the LAX FlyAway bus for easy access to central LA.
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When to book
10 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
£515
Overall average: £596
American Airlines
Wed 29/10Tue 11/11
MEL - LAX • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£519
Typical prices: £589-959
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Wed 15/10Wed 5/11
MEL - LAX • Direct
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Expert advice for your flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

AA's Premium Economy offers complimentary meals and drinks on long-haul flights.


AA's Flagship Lounges provide upgraded meals and cocktail service for premium passengers.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


United's Wi-Fi varies; check coverage map before purchasing for long flights.

Airports
MEL

For a smooth departure, ensure your carry-on meets weight limits as MEL often checks bags at multiple points.

Read more about MELby Ramsey Qubein
LAX

Upon arrival at LAX, use the LAX FlyAway bus for a convenient connection to central LA or Van Nuys.

Read more about LAXby Stefanie Waldek
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne to Los Angeles, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles is August, where tickets cost £569 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £892 and £747 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £675, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 10 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£317
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Los Angeles flights

  • Is there an open access lounge in the international terminal at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

    The international terminal (T2) of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport has three open access lounges. These are open to all passengers, regardless of which airline you’re flying with and whether or not you have membership. You can find The Marhaba Lounge, The House Lounge and The Plaza Premium Lounge in the departures area of Terminal 2. Prices start at A$ 45 per adult, and pre-bookings can be made online.

  • What layover options are available between Melbourne and Los Angeles?

    You have quite a range of layover options to choose from for your flight from Melbourne to LA. Flights with Fiji Airways come with a stop in Nadi, Fiji (NAN). Qatar Airways offers flights with a stop in Doha, Qatar (DOH), while Singapore Airlines offer a layover at Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN). If you’d like to stop in Auckland (AKL), you can select a flight with Air New Zealand, or if you’d prefer Hong Kong (HKG), then Cathay Pacific would be the ideal airline choice.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles was £431 for a one-way ticket and £700 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Los Angeles or less round-trip.
  • The international terminal, or T2, of Melbourne International Airport, also known as Tullamarine Airport (MEL), offers shower facilities to passengers. These are free of charge and can be found in the departures lounge, just after you get through the duty-free zone.
  • If you’re close to Melbourne’s CBD, the SkyBus is a convenient way to get to the airport. It departs from Southern Cross Station, and you can enjoy an air-conditioned journey. One-way adult tickets cost around A$ 15 if booked online, and the journey takes approximately 22min.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has an art program, featuring permanent installations throughout the terminal buildings, exhibitions and cultural performances. Keep a lookout for ‘Air Garden’ and ‘Bell Tower’, both of which are in the international terminal (Terminal B).

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Los Angeles.
Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Los Angeles

Monday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Friday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Melbourne

Monday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Friday

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Qantas Airways, United Airlines

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

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