$404+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 3 — Aug 101
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 (MEL) 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 July 29, 2025.
Round-trip from | $752 (BYOjet) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $404 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $989 |
Good round-trip deal | $901 or less |
Good one-way deal | $546 or less |
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 July 29, 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 July 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.
Sun 8/319:40 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops30h 39mAir Canada
Wed 9/102:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29![Air Canada logo]()
$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.
Wed 10/811:55 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/1410:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$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.
Tue 8/58:30 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops36h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/95:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$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.
Mon 10/132:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Wed 10/2211:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/27![Fiji Airways logo]()
$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.
Mon 12/811:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3112:08 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop26h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27![United Airlines logo]()
$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.
Thu 8/289:45 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 9/19:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/29![Qantas Airways logo]()
$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.
Wed 10/88:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/147:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29![Air New Zealand logo]()
$769
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.
Fly from
Melbourne
Fly to
Los Angeles
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 8/31
9:40 pm-11:19 am
2 stops30h 39m
Los Angeles
Wed 9/10
2:30 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops28h 50m
$752
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 10/8
11:55 am-8:10 am
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/14
10:50 pm-9:30 am
Nonstop15h 40m
$753
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 10/13
2:30 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop16h 25m
Los Angeles
Wed 10/22
11:55 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop19h 05m
$761
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 12/8
11:30 am-6:50 am
Nonstop14h 20m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:08 pm-10:00 am
1 stop26h 52m
$762
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 8/28
9:45 am-7:00 am
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Mon 9/1
9:50 pm-6:45 am
Nonstop15h 55m
$763
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 10/8
8:35 am-12:20 pm
1 stop21h 45m
Los Angeles
Fri 11/14
7:05 pm-10:55 am
1 stop20h 50m
$769
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 10/15
6:45 am-11:59 pm
2 stops35h 14m
$404
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 10/12
7:10 am-11:18 am
2 stops22h 08m
$461
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Sun 1/25
11:30 am-6:50 am
Nonstop14h 20m
$481
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Tue 8/19
10:55 am-12:25 am
1 stop30h 30m
$497
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 July 29, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport 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.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 July 29, 2025.
The most flights from MEL to LAX 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).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Nadi (NAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Nadi (NAN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $857.
What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.
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 July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles, such as Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 16
6.0
GoodChristopher,Jun 2025
LAX - NAN
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
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% |