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$570+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne

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LAX — MEL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2111:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/1110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1811:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$997
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/2310:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Tue 1/271:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/231:20 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2711:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/3110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/221:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop25h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,007
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Tue 12/234:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/251:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop23h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,011
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Sun 12/1410:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,013
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Wed 12/3110:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/171:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,017
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Sun 12/2110:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/301:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop37h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,023
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Wed 12/3110:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 1/79:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/10$1,053
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Wed 12/2410:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Tue 3/248:00 amMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/10$1,073
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Wed 12/319:25 pmLAX - AVV
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/78:55 pmAVV - LAX
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,170

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$994
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$570
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,269
From Los Angeles to Melbourne
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that are best for you.

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LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$995

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/1

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$996

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$996

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 2/15

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$996

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 2/21

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$997

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 2/21

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$997

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 12/23

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$997

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

10:26 am-10:00 am

1 stop28h 34m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,001

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 12/26

7:13 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 47m

Melbourne

Sun 1/25

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,001

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

1:25 pm-10:00 am

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

11:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,001

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 5, 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 $817). 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 December 12, 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 164 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Melbourne flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Melbourne flights?

Over the last year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 December 12, 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.

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 11 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?

    United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne in just under 15h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Los Angeles to Melbourne is about 7922 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • 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 $487. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $577 and $673, 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $320 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Philippine Airlines from $403 and Virgin Australia from $420 one-way.

  • 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 (64%), Alaska Airlines (64%) and Qantas Airways (64%).

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne is generally $2,661, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $573. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $682 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 $41.

  • 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 $817). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$580Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$688Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$822Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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