$411+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles (LAX)
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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
Aug 7 — Aug 141
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 August 2, 2025.
Round-trip from | $744 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $411 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $776 |
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los AngelesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 10/19:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop38h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/1911:00 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$744
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/219:45 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 8/259:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31![Qantas Airways logo]()
$749
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/57:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/56:10 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$750
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/149:40 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops40h 48mAir Canada
Mon 8/185:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops26h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31![Air Canada logo]()
$752
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/139:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/308:20 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$753
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/156:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop34h 50mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/2910:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30![Air New Zealand logo]()
$788
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Wed 1/2810:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/1![Fiji Airways logo]()
$803
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 10/16:00 amAVV - LAX
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/511:55 pmLAX - AVV
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$804
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles that are best for you.
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Melbourne
Fly to
Los Angeles
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 10/1
9:00 am-6:00 am
1 stop38h 00m
Los Angeles
Sun 10/19
11:00 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop19h 50m
$744
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 8/21
9:45 am-7:00 am
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Mon 8/25
9:50 pm-6:45 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$749
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 10/5
7:00 am-11:18 am
2 stops22h 18m
Los Angeles
Wed 11/5
6:10 pm-2:45 pm
2 stops25h 35m
$750
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 8/14
9:40 pm-9:28 pm
2 stops40h 48m
Los Angeles
Mon 8/18
5:15 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops26h 05m
$752
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 8/13
9:30 am-6:45 am
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/30
8:20 pm-8:15 am
1 stop18h 55m
$753
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Fri 8/15
6:55 pm-1:20 pm
1 stop35h 25m
Los Angeles
Tue 8/19
10:10 pm-10:50 am
1 stop19h 40m
$775
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 12/11
2:15 pm-11:50 am
1 stop16h 35m
Los Angeles
Thu 1/29
10:45 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop19h 00m
$803
MelbourneLos Angeles
AVV - LAX
AVVLAX
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 10/1
6:00 am-12:55 pm
2 stops23h 55m
Los Angeles
Sun 10/5
11:55 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops26h 20m
$804
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 10/15
6:45 am-10:01 pm
3 stops33h 16m
$411
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 10/20
2:30 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop16h 25m
$414
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 66 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 Melbourne to Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated August 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$636 | Average$920 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$713 | Average$1,097 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$714 | Average$839 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$731 | Average$1,010 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$768 | Average$1,066 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$804 | Average$1,693 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% |