$465+ 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 3/18. 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 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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2025.
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
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Find 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 December 18, 2025.
Round-trip from | $659 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $465 (BYOjet) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,070 |
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Depart
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Price
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 2/11
10:10 am-6:00 am
Nonstop14h 50m
Los Angeles
Mon 2/16
9:05 pm-8:00 am
Nonstop15h 55m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 2/1
10:10 am-6:00 am
Nonstop14h 50m
Los Angeles
Mon 2/16
9:05 pm-8:00 am
Nonstop15h 55m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Fri 1/23
1:55 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop17h 05m
Los Angeles
Sun 2/22
10:35 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop19h 10m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 4/29
1:25 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop16h 30m
Los Angeles
Tue 5/5
11:55 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop19h 05m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 4/30
1:30 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop16h 25m
Los Angeles
Fri 5/15
11:55 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop19h 10m
MelbourneLos Angeles
AVV - LAX
AVVLAX
Melbourne Avalon
Sat 1/31
8:55 pm-4:29 pm
2 stops38h 34m
Los Angeles
Sat 2/7
6:30 am-3:50 pm
2 stops38h 20m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sat 12/27
1:55 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop17h 05m
Los Angeles
Mon 12/29
10:35 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop19h 10m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sat 12/27
1:55 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop17h 05m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
10:35 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop18h 50m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sat 12/27
1:55 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop17h 05m
Los Angeles
Fri 1/2
10:35 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop18h 50m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 4/5
9:30 am-6:40 am
Nonstop14h 10m
Los Angeles
Thu 5/7
11:43 am-8:15 am
1 stop27h 32m
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
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 December 12, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 60 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $599). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $685). 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 December 18, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 December 18, 2025.
The most flights from ME1 to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles delayed?
About 27% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 170 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.
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 December 18, 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.
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Anonymous,Oct 2025
CNS - NAN
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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$673 | Average$902 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$700 | Average$1,033 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$716 | Average$804 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$730 | Average$931 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$780 | Average$996 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$817 | Average$1,380 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,005 | Average$1,224 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% |