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$461+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne

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LAX — MEL
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles 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

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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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$842
(Vliegwinkel)

One-way from

$461
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$962
From Los Angeles to Melbourne
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($233 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 August 18, 2025.

This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2111:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 10/52:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/18$842
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sun 8/1711:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Mon 9/11:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/16$849
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Mon 11/242:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/17$851
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sun 8/1711:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 8/311:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/16$853
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 10/209:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/210:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/18$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 10/1411:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 11/112:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/17$859
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 8/2111:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Wed 8/271:25 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/17$860
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 9/2411:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Fri 10/31:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/17$861
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/248:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop29h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/18$862
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/192:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops28h 50mAir Canada
Sun 10/266:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops23h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 8/17$863
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/711:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 10/212:25 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/16$866
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:10 pmLAX - AVV
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:00 amAVV - LAX
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$965

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LAX - MEL

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Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 11/17

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

11:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

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Thu 11/13

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 11/16

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

11:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 11/15

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 11/14

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 9/24

1:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 11/17

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/24

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

12:00 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

$956

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

10:50 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

12:00 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

$962

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

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Tue 2/3

10:50 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 40m

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Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop14h 25m

$962

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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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 85 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 August 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from LAX 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).

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 18, 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.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

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?

    Fiji Airways can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne in just under 19h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Los Angeles to Melbourne is about 7922 mi.

  • 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 $688 and $801, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne for 54% 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 $2,617, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $524. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $795 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 $33.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$688Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$956Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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