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$432+ 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/177:45 pmLAS - MEL
1 stop19h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2411:30 amMEL - LAS
1 stop17h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$895
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/2011:20 amLAS - MEL
2 stops27h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/291:00 pmMEL - LAS
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$900
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:55 pmLAS - MEL
1 stop19h 05mDelta
Wed 12/2410:10 amMEL - LAS
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/15$902
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/2210:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Mon 1/126:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop31h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/15$987
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/158:40 pmSAN - MEL
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/221:00 pmMEL - SAN
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/2310:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/2511:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$997
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/238:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2711:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/1310:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/181:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop23h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,007
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/1410:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/141:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop23h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,017
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/299:25 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 amAVV - LAX
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,019
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 1/96:45 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/12$1,065
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/2210:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 1/106:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop31h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/14$1,068

Find flight deals from California to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$864
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$432
(Ovago)

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December

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Average price

$1,258
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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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/23

6:41 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 49m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

12:00 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$872

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/8

3:57 pm-9:30 am

2 stops23h 33m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$877

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

3:43 pm-9:30 am

2 stops22h 47m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

11:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$895

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/27

1:48 pm-10:00 am

1 stop25h 12m

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

1:00 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop26h 52m

$895

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/14

3:42 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 18m

Melbourne

Wed 2/25

1:00 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$895

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/2

7:42 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 18m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

11:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$895

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

5:00 pm-9:20 am

2 stops21h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

12:00 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$899

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

9:56 am-9:30 am

2 stops28h 34m

Melbourne

Fri 1/16

11:30 am-2:27 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$900

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 2/5

10:09 am-9:30 am

2 stops28h 21m

Melbourne

Fri 3/6

12:00 pm-4:13 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$978

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 2/12

9:54 am-10:00 am

1 stop29h 06m

Melbourne

Fri 2/20

11:30 am-10:24 am

1 stop17h 54m

$996

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Best time to book a flight from California to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $820). 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 December 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne. 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 16, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Melbourne?

    Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from California to Melbourne in just under 19h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 44m. The distance between California and Melbourne is about 8155 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Fiji Airways ($299), Philippine Airlines ($403), and Virgin Australia ($420).

  • 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: KLM (80%), Air France (80%), Delta( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from California to Melbourne is generally $2,663, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $573. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $674 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.

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

    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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from California to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $820). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$580Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$688Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$794Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$822Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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