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$472+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Melbourne

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LAX — MEL
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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 August 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$884
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$472
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$986
From Irvine to Melbourne
One-way flight from Irvine to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($234 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Irvine to Melbourne

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 August 4, 2025.

This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 12/711:30 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 3/612:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/3$882
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 9/1611:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 12/112:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/2$884
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sun 8/105:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Tue 8/196:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops27h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 8/2$893
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/1012:10 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/2$901
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/215:15 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/511:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$903
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sat 9/611:55 pmLAX - AVV
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/134:40 pmAVV - LAX
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$913
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop24h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/248:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop29h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/3$915

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

11:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

12:00 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

$879

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$884

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

6:10 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 11/16

8:10 am-11:48 am

2 stops22h 38m

$893

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

8:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 11/10

12:10 pm-10:40 am

1 stop17h 30m

$901

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

5:15 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

11:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$903

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

11:55 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 9/13

4:40 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$913

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

12:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$915

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

10:10 am-8:15 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$472

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

9:30 am-7:40 am

3 stops53h 10m

$491

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

12:50 am-1:35 pm

2 stops43h 45m

$522

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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 August 1, 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 85 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Irvine 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 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 August 4, 2025.

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

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 August 4, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Irvine to Melbourne?

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 August 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Melbourne, such as ANA, Fiji Airways, and Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Qantas Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Melbourne is $524. On average you can expect to pay $2,626. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $792.

  • 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?

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Irvine 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 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 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 August 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$681Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$856Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$966Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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