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$357+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to California

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to California flight deals. Data was last updated julio 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$752
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$357
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$989

Good round-trip deal

$901 or less

Good one-way deal

$546 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 29, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/319:40 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops30h 39mAir Canada
mié. 9/102:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$752
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/811:55 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
vie. 11/1410:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$753
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/58:30 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops36h 43mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/95:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$759
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/132:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
mié. 10/2211:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/27$761
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
lun. 12/811:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/3112:08 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop26h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$762
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 8/289:45 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
lun. 9/19:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/29$763
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/88:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
vie. 11/147:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$769
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
lun. 8/410:55 amMEL - ONT
1 stop18h 19mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/176:39 pmONT - MEL
1 stop20h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$819
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/36:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops26h 33mAir Canada
dom. 8/107:40 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops23h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$826
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/2612:05 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAir New Zealand
mar. 9/210:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/27$838
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
lun. 12/11:00 pmMEL - SNA
1 stop18h 28mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/2611:30 amSNA - MEL
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$850
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
dom. 8/316:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/206:39 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops23h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$850

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to California 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 julio 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

dom. 8/31

9:40 pm-11:19 am

2 stops30h 39m

Los Angeles

mié. 9/10

2:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$752

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

mié. 10/8

11:55 am-8:10 am

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

vie. 11/14

10:50 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 40m

$753

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

lun. 10/13

2:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

mié. 10/22

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$761

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

lun. 12/8

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

mié. 12/31

12:08 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 52m

$762

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

jue. 8/28

9:45 am-7:00 am

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/1

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$763

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

mié. 10/8

8:35 am-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

vie. 11/14

7:05 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 50m

$769

MelbourneOntario

MEL - ONT

MELONT

Melbourne

mié. 10/22

11:55 am-12:13 pm

1 stop18h 18m

Ontario

mié. 10/29

6:38 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 22m

$820

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

sáb. 11/15

7:10 am-10:39 am

2 stops22h 29m

San Francisco

sáb. 11/29

1:20 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$827

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

mar. 8/26

12:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

mar. 9/2

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

$838

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

dom. 8/31

6:00 am-10:33 am

2 stops21h 33m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/20

6:39 pm-11:25 am

2 stops23h 46m

$850

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 MEL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California. 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 julio 29, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated julio 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines, and China Airlines from Melbourne Airport to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,535 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 Melbourne to California. 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 Melbourne Airport to California one-way?

    $357 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and United Airlines, with prices starting from $461 and $481, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne Airport to California is Melbourne - Los Angeles. You may also consider Melbourne - San Francisco or Melbourne - Ontario.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to California are Avianca (69%), Virgin Australia (69%) and United Airlines (69%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,217 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $491 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $614.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to California. 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 julio 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$636Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$700Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$714Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$715Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$731Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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