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$578+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Dec 13 — Dec 201
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Tue 11/1110:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Mon 12/151:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/11$937
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 12/186:45 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/13$943
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/259:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops46h 00mSichuan Airlines
Mon 12/19:40 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop40h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/12$947
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Tue 11/251:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/12$951
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
Tue 11/251:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/11$960
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 11/297:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/810:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$964
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 11/297:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/169:05 amMEL - LAX
2 stops21h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$967
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Tue 12/911:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop37h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 12/1612:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$968
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/87:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/168:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$970
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/2910:50 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/38:10 amAVV - LAX
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,032
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/89:25 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/166:00 amAVV - LAX
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,033
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2910:45 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 amAVV - LAX
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,042

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 November 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$937
(oojo)

One-way from

$578
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,118
From Los Angeles to Melbourne
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($167 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 Los Angeles 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 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

9:25 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-6:05 am

1 stop19h 05m

$991

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Mon 12/29

10:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/3

8:10 am-12:30 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,032

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

11:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 2/26

8:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,034

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Fri 11/28

10:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop37h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 12/18

10:20 am-6:05 am

1 stop38h 45m

$1,060

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - AVV

LAXAVV

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

10:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop37h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 12/12

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,066

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

9:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop18h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

1:30 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,075

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

1:38 pm-10:00 am

1 stop25h 22m

Melbourne

Fri 4/10

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,077

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,079

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,079

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

10:26 am-10:00 am

1 stop28h 34m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,080

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 13, 2025.

The most flights from LAX 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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles 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 November 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Los Angeles to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Los Angeles airport to Melbourne. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Qantas Airways and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne in just under 18h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 12m. The distance from Los Angeles to Melbourne is about 7922 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $497. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Fiji Airways and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $676 and $801, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne are American Airlines (83%), Alaska Airlines (83%) and Qantas Airways (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne is generally $2,734, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $573. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $708 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Auckland?

    If you're on a layover in Auckland and looking for things to do, consider visiting New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, or University Clock Tower. New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, and University Clock Tower can be visited by traveling about 11.4 mi, 10.9 mi, and 10.7 mi respectively from Auckland Intl. Those on a layover in Auckland in need of a rental car can book one at Auckland Intl for about $36.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Melbourne flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $656). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 13, 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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