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$378+ Cheap flights from California to Melbourne

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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
août 5 — août 121
mar. 8/5
mar. 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from California to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated juillet 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$795
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$378
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,115
From California to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from California to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juillet 31, 2025.

This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/164:35 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops26h 45mAir Canada
mar. 9/306:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops23h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$795
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.
mar. 8/127:40 pmSFO - MEL
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/266:00 amMEL - SFO
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$812
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/124:50 pmLAS - MEL
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
mar. 8/266:00 amMEL - LAS
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$845
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 8/165:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
sam. 8/236:40 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops38h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$878
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 11/168:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
mar. 1/1310:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$880
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/110:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
mer. 12/101:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop36h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/30$883
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mer. 9/1711:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop36h 05mPhilippine Airlines
mer. 9/248:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop29h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/29$890
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 9/215:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops24h 50mAir Canada
dim. 10/57:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops28h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$891
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/2811:30 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop39h 05mPhilippine Airlines
mar. 11/115:55 amMEL - SFO
1 stop32h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/29$907
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.
mer. 9/1010:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
mer. 9/248:35 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$917
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.
mar. 8/1211:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
jeu. 8/211:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/29$923
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 11/710:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
dim. 11/232:15 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/30$926

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Melbourne 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 juillet 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 9/16

4:35 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

mar. 9/30

6:00 am-12:11 pm

2 stops23h 11m

$795

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

7:40 pm-11:30 am

2 stops22h 50m

Melbourne

mar. 8/26

6:00 am-10:33 am

2 stops21h 33m

$812

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 8/12

4:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

mar. 8/26

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$845

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

sam. 8/16

5:15 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 10m

Melbourne

sam. 8/23

6:40 pm-4:13 pm

2 stops38h 33m

$878

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

lun. 10/13

9:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

dim. 10/26

12:10 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$880

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

mer. 9/17

11:55 pm-5:00 am

1 stop36h 05m

Melbourne

mer. 9/24

8:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$890

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

dim. 9/21

5:15 pm-11:05 am

2 stops24h 50m

Melbourne

dim. 10/5

7:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops28h 58m

$891

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dim. 1/25

7:53 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 07m

Melbourne

sam. 4/4

11:55 am-6:23 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$894

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

sam. 9/20

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

sam. 10/11

2:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$901

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

mar. 10/28

11:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

Melbourne

mar. 11/11

5:55 am-7:30 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$907

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Best time to book a flight from California to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 CA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juillet 31, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated juillet 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, ANA, and Japan Airlines from California to Melbourne. 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

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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
1,536 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
467 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Melbourne are United Airlines ($457), ANA ($518), and Fiji Airways ($544).

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Melbourne consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, San Francisco - Melbourne or Los Angeles - Melbourne Avalon as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Qantas Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from California to Melbourne is generally $2,995, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $522. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $794 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 9 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Melbourne. 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 juillet 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$681Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$856Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$966Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China SouthernCheapest$1,253Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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