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$575+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
dec. 21 — dec. 281
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on november 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
tir. 12/309:25 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
man. 1/191:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$966
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
fre. 12/510:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
fre. 12/1911:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/19$973
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
tir. 12/910:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
man. 2/21:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$977
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 11/2410:50 amLAX - MEL
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
man. 12/86:15 amMEL - LAX
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$989
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
fre. 12/59:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
fre. 12/1912:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$992
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
tir. 12/3010:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
lør. 1/1711:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$994
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 12/2510:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
man. 3/91:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$997
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
tir. 12/3010:26 amLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 34mUnited Airlines
man. 1/1911:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$999
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
tor. 12/46:52 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines
ons. 12/171:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop18h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,000
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
fre. 12/59:05 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mDelta
fre. 12/1910:10 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,001
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 12/2310:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
man. 3/91:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,002
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 12/410:45 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
ons. 12/106:00 amAVV - LAX
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,078

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated november 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$936
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$575
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,118
From Irvine to Melbourne
One-way flight from Irvine to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($165 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 november 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

fre. 12/5

9:05 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

fre. 12/19

10:10 am-6:00 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,001

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

ons. 1/28

9:10 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop15h 50m

Melbourne

ons. 2/11

10:10 am-6:00 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,002

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

tir. 4/28

11:10 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

tir. 5/26

10:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,017

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

ons. 2/11

11:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

lør. 2/21

6:00 am-6:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

$1,034

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

man. 1/26

9:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

tir. 2/24

8:55 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,037

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

ons. 3/18

11:45 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

ons. 3/25

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,045

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

lør. 1/31

9:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop18h 10m

Melbourne

fre. 4/10

2:30 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$1,077

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

tir. 2/10

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

ons. 2/25

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,079

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

man. 2/2

4:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

ons. 4/15

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,081

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

tir. 12/2

10:55 am-12:30 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

lør. 12/20

12:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,097

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from Irvine to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $812). 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 IR9 to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 november 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Irvine to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 november 21, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 november 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Melbourne, 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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Melbourne?

    Departing from Irvine to Melbourne will take you 15h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7922 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Irvine, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (68%), Alaska Airlines (68%), Qantas Airways( 68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Melbourne is $573. On average you can expect to pay $2,734. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $672.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from Irvine to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $812). 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 Irvine to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 november 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$676Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$828Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$835Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$875Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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