Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)

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From Los Angeles to Melbourne

Are flight prices decreasing from Los Angeles to Melbourne due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Los Angeles and Melbourne for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta and Etihad Airways are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travelers booking flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitization, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, and United Airlines. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne for under $900 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Fiji Airways for just $833, but on average you can expect to pay $961.

Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne for under $2,100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 7 direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne under $2,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne is less than $10,521.

Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to Melbourne for under $6,400?

There are currently 14+ open flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $6,400.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne have been viewed 149 times in the past calendar month.

Does it rain more in Los Angeles or Melbourne?

In Los Angeles, there will be greater rainfall in Los Angeles compared to Melbourne over the next 10 days.

Is Los Angeles weather warmer or cooler than Melbourne?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 90 °F range in August. The weather in Melbourne is generally colder than Los Angeles's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

For as low as $1,058, Fiji Airways can have you in Melbourne from Los Angeles in 20h 30m.

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

According to our current data, Fiji Airways ($833), and Philippine Airlines ($1,094) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne for 5% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne one-way?

$518 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Philippine Airlines, with prices from $687.